--- title: "Provision of Schools Catering Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058ac5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058ac5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058ac5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058ac5.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LIFT SCHOOLS" published: "2026-01-05" --- # Provision of Schools Catering Services Buyer: LIFT SCHOOLS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058ac5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058ac5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058ac5.json) ## Summary The public procurement process led by Lift Schools, a sub-central government authority located in London, is offering an active tender for the "Provision of Schools Catering Services." This initiative, which forms an integral part of the educational environment, aims to deliver nutritious and affordable school meals across various regions including North, South West, Midlands, London & South, and East, contributing to better curriculum attainment. This tender encompasses school catering services, classified under the CPV code 55524000, with a procurement volume of £95 million. The process follows an open procedure, and interested suppliers are encouraged to submit their bids electronically by 16th February 2026. The enquiry period will be open until 10th February 2026, and awards are expected by 30th April 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st September 2026 and will run until 31st August 2031, with an option for renewal. This tender offers an excellent opportunity for service providers in the catering industry to expand their operations by partnering with Lift Schools. Companies, particularly those experienced in large-scale food service provision and committed to quality, sustainability, and innovation, would find this opportunity aligned with their business strengths. The contract prioritises value for money, technical quality, and onsite supplier evaluations as part of its award criteria, thereby providing a platform for businesses capable of delivering cost-effective, high-quality catering services. SMEs showcasing the ability to address real-world challenges like consistent meal standards, waste management, and food supply stability may find this procurement process supportive of their business growth objectives. ## Notice Provision of school meals and additional catering services at Lift Schools , in accordance with all relevant statutory requirements , good practice guidelines and to provide good quality, nutritious meals at an affordable price.The service will be an integral part of the school day where pupils will be able to take a nourishing meal in a pleasant and orderly environment which aids in curriculum attainment. ### Lot Information North Region Schools in our North region as described in Tender documents Renewal: 1 Plus 1 Southwest Region Schools in our Southwest region as described in Tender documents Renewal: 1 Plus 1 Midlands Region Schools in our Midlands region as described in Tender documents Renewal: 1 Plus 1 London & South Schools in our London & South region as described in Tender documents Renewal: 1 Plus 1 East Region Schools in our East region as described in Tender documents Renewal: 1 Plus 1 ### Planning Information In late September/Early October 2025 The Trust will be dedicating 3 free to attend regional events - London, South West and The Midlands. This will be a Presentation from Lift , an open forum and a series of 15 minute 1-2-1 slots for each supplier with a Lift Schools team member. We aim to involve some of our primary & secondary educators in each area where we hold the event. We would like our wider educational team to be part of the vision as we present to and speak with suppliers. We are aiming for these events to be a proactive approach to building collaborative ,transparent and mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers in the catering industry. If you would like to be invited to one of these regional events please indicate via correspondence on the Intend Portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal before Friday 19th September 2025 the following; Company Name(s) of attendees Region Preferred Y/N for 1-2-1 slot ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000405-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | 18 Sep 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2031 | | Recurrence | 2033-01-05 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £95,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LIFT SCHOOLS | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | West London | | Postcode | W12 7TF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham | | Local authority | Hammersmith and Fulham | | Electoral ward | White City | | Westminster constituency | Hammersmith and Chiswick | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55524000 - School catering services ## Release History - 5 Jan 2026 at 15:33 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000405-2026 - 19 Aug 2025 at 15:29 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049940-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000405-2026 5th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049940-2025 19th August 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal All Tender documentation can be found on the above Link. ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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