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title: "St Joseph's Catholic School and Sixth form - Catering tender"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0602ea"
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# St Joseph's Catholic School and Sixth form - Catering tender

Buyer: ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL AND SIXTH FORM - CATERING TENDER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0602ea

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## Summary

St Joseph's Catholic School and Sixth form in Port Talbot has issued a procurement process for catering services, initially announced on 9th January 2026. The catering contract, valued at approximately £308,500 annually, is aimed at providing services to the school's 830 pupils and 116 staff. The procurement stage was 'active' with an open procurement method known as Competitive Flexible Procedure. The contract, scheduled to commence on 1st September 2026 and conclude on 31st August 2029, offers a guarantee of performance and the possibility of extending for an additional three-year term. This tender, under the public authority sub-central government classification, is set in the Aberavon area of Port Talbot, known for social deprivation, where 37% of pupils qualify for Free School Meals (FSM). Key deadlines include the tender period ending 20th March 2026 and the award period ending 18th May 2026.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for catering businesses seeking to expand their services in the educational sector. The contract prioritises flexibility, proactive service, and innovative catering solutions, making it an ideal prospect for companies skilled in adapting to varied demands and environments. The emphasis on high-quality service standards suggests that businesses with expertise in maintaining excellence throughout operations may thrive. SMEs are encouraged to apply, potentially benefiting from the guaranteed financial returns of the partnership. Given the contract's emphasis on engaging pupils and parents, businesses focusing on community involvement and responsive service delivery may find this opportunity particularly advantageous. St Joseph’s Catholic School offers a dynamic setting for experienced suppliers to showcase expertise and foster growth in school catering services.

## Notice

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for St Joseph's Catholic School and Sixth Form Centre. The annual contract value is approximately PS308,500, and the initial contract term will be three years, commencing 1 September 2026 and concluding 31 August 2029. The contract will operate on a guaranteed performance basis, offering a fixed annual return and/or subsidy. There will be an option to extend for a further term of three years by mutual agreement. St Joseph's Catholic School and Sixth Form Centre is located in the Aberavon area of Port Talbot, one of the most socially deprived areas in Wales. Currently, 37% of pupils are eligible for Free School Meals (FSM). The school has approximately 830 pupils on roll and 116 staff employed on site. In addition to the main lunch service, the school also provides a 20-minute morning break service offering food and drinks to pupils. This tender seeks to appoint a flexible, proactive, and innovative catering contractor capable of meeting the evolving needs of the school community. The appointed contractor will be expected to deliver high-quality service standards, maintaining excellence in all aspects of the operation. The new food offer should deliver consistent quality and value, supported by regular engagement with both pupils and parents throughout the contract term. Please see PSQ Document for more information. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Port-Talbot:-School-catering-services./87NAW7MZF9 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/87NAW7MZF9

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: +3 Please see PSQ Document for more information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034747-2026 |
| Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Mar 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 | £1,851,000 |
| Lots value | £1,851,000 |
| 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 | ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL AND SIXTH FORM - CATERING TENDER |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| Locality | PORT TALBOT |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA12 6EY |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL44 Neath Port Talbot |
| Local authority | Neath Port Talbot |
| Electoral ward | Aberavon |
| Westminster constituency | Aberafan Maesteg |
| Delivery location | TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2026 at 13:25 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034747-2026
- 9 Jan 2026 at 14:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001894-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034747-2026
  16th April 2026 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001894-2026
  9th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/87NAW7MZF9
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/87NAW7MZF9
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Port-Talbot:-School-catering-services./87NAW7MZF9
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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