---
title: "Trumpington Federation Catering Tender"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0602e0"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE TRUMPINGTON FEDERATION (RM&C)"
published: "2026-01-09"
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# Trumpington Federation Catering Tender

Buyer: THE TRUMPINGTON FEDERATION (RM&C)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0602e0

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## Summary

The Trumpington Federation, a public authority in sub-central government, has announced a tender for catering services in their two primary schools in Trumpington, Cambridge. This procurement process is managed by RM&C Consultants Ltd and is currently in the tender stage. The process follows a selective procurement method under a competitive flexible procedure. Key dates to note include the expression of interest deadline on 23rd February 2026, with the contract period set to commence on 1st September 2026 and potentially extending until 31st August 2031. The procurement is classified under 'School catering services' and has a gross value amount of £1.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the catering industry to secure a long-term contract with the education sector. Companies that excel in providing high-quality, cost-effective school catering services will find this tender particularly beneficial. The competitive process allows SMEs the opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities and potentially secure a contract that can spur business growth. The ability to provide compelling presentations and meet the selection criteria will be crucial for businesses aiming to be shortlisted and engaged in the subsequent stages of the tender process.

## Notice

The Federation is putting the catering contracts in their two primary schools out to tender with a contract start date of 1st September 2026. The schools are located in Trumpington, Cambridge. You will be bidding for the schools as one Lot and the Federation will be able to select their preferred company from the companies shortlisted to make presentations.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Renewal possible after 3 years subject to satisfactory performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001883-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| Lots value | £1 |
| 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 | THE TRUMPINGTON FEDERATION (RM&C) |
| Additional buyers | RM&C CONSULTANTS LTD |
| Locality | CAMBRIDGE |
| Post town | Cambridge |
| Postcode | CB2 9AY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Goring |
| Westminster constituency | Henley and Thame |
| Delivery location | TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 9 Jan 2026 at 13:53 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001883-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001883-2026
  9th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.rmandcconsultants.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk

## Provenance

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