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title: "Retail catering and retail outlet concession"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058235"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "HULL UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST"
published: "2026-03-13"
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# Retail catering and retail outlet concession

Buyer: HULL UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058235

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## Summary

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is inviting suppliers to engage in a procurement process for the management and operation of retail catering units at Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital. The process, initially launched in August 2025 and planned to culminate in a contract award by February 2026, is currently marked by tender cancellation as of March 2026. The industry category is retail catering and concession services, under the open procedure method, with the main procurement category being services. Located in Hull, United Kingdom, the Trust originally sought innovative suppliers adept in providing high-quality, cost-effective, and customer-focused retail catering services that cater to the diverse needs of the hospital community.

The tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for suppliers experienced in catering and retail services. As the Trust seeks to enhance customer experiences and drive innovation in service delivery, businesses with a penchant for modern, efficient, and customer-centric retail solutions are well-positioned to leverage this partnership. By collaborating with a reputable NHS Trust, vendors can align their brand with the NHS's esteemed reputation, access a broad customer base, engage in a collaborative approach with the NHS's dedicated team, and explore myriad new business opportunities. Such a procurement process promises a sustainable partnership offering financial success and long-term growth potential.

## Notice

HUTH is seeking innovative and experienced suppliers to manage and operate our retail catering units at Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital. Our goal is to provide high-quality, cost-effective, and customer-focused services that meet the diverse needs of our hospital community. The successful supplier will have the opportunity to: Enhance Customer Experience: Develop and deliver a modern, engaging, and efficient retail catering service that enhances the overall experience for our patients, staff, and visitors. Drive Innovation: Implement innovative solutions and best practices in retail catering to improve service delivery, increase customer satisfaction, and drive operational efficiency. Collaborate with the NHS: Partner with a prestigious NHS Trust and contribute to the well-being of our community by providing high-quality catering services. Achieve Financial Success: Benefit from a stable and supportive partnership with the NHS, with opportunities for revenue generation and business growth. Partnering with HUTH offers numerous benefits including: Reputation and Trust: Align your brand with the trusted and respected NHS, enhancing your reputation and credibility in the market. Access to a Large Customer Base: Serve a diverse and extensive customer base, including patients, staff, and visitors, ensuring a steady stream of business. Support and Collaboration: Work closely with HUTH's dedicated team, benefiting from their expertise, support, and collaborative approach to service delivery. Opportunities for Growth: Leverage the partnership to explore new business opportunities, expand your service offerings, and achieve long-term growth.

### Lot Information

Hull Royal Infirmary

Services at Hull Royal Infirmary site.

Castle Hill Hospital

Services at Castle Hill Hospital site.

Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital

Services to Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital.

Retail Shop at Castle Hill Hospital

Retail Shop to be located at Castle Hill Hospital

### Planning Information

We invite interested suppliers to participate in this pre-tender market engagement process. This is an excellent opportunity to understand our requirements, share your ideas, and explore potential collaboration. To express your interest and receive further information, please contact me directly at paul.horsefield1@nhs.net
We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how we can work together to deliver exceptional retail catering services at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023007-2026 |
| Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2036 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Cancelled |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HULL UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| Locality | HULL |
| Post town | Hull |
| Postcode | HU3 2JZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Local authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services
- 55900000 - Retail trade services

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2026 at 13:49 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023007-2026
- 5 Dec 2025 at 15:15 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080257-2025
- 6 Aug 2025 at 09:42 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046412-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023007-2026
  13th March 2026 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080257-2025
  5th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046412-2025
  6th August 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://atamis-1928.my.salesforce-sites.com/?searchtype=Projects
- https://www.hull.nhs.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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