---
title: "Surrey Primary Cluster 3 Catering Tender"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-061310"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "GRAYSWOOD COFE PRIMARY SCHOOL (RM&C)"
published: "2026-01-30"
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# Surrey Primary Cluster 3 Catering Tender

Buyer: GRAYSWOOD COFE PRIMARY SCHOOL (RM&C)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-061310

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## Summary

The Surrey Primary Cluster 3 Catering Tender is currently in the tender stage and is being initiated by Grayswood CofE Primary School, listed as the buying organisation. This contract, facilitated by RM&C Consultants Ltd as the procuring entity, pertains to the school catering services industry and is classified under CPV code 55524000. It targets a cluster of eight primary schools within the United Kingdom, specifically located in the UKJ25 region. Notable deadlines include the expression of interest deadline on 6th March 2026 and the award period concluding on 1st June 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st September 2026 and may span up to five years, with an initial three-year term subject to renewal upon satisfactory performance. The procurement process follows a competitive flexible procedure requiring interested parties to submit a Selection Questionnaire (SQ) to determine shortlisting for further stages.

This tender presents ample opportunities for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those with experience in educational institutions. SMEs are encouraged to participate, ensuring a competitive edge for companies capable of delivering quality and reliable catering services. The tender process is designed to invite up to five top-performing applicants to the interview stage, ultimately leading to the invitation to tender (ITT) stage. Firms that can demonstrate innovation, scalability, and a strong track record in catering can significantly benefit from the business growth potential offered by securing a contract across multiple schools. This opportunity is particularly suited for enterprises poised to expand their market reach in the educational catering sector within the Surrey region and beyond.

## Notice

This cluster of Surrey primary schools are putting their catering contracts out to tender with a contract start date of 1st September 2026 (TBC). You will be bidding for all 8 schools as one Lot, the Schools will be able to select their one 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/008494-2026 |
| 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 | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 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 |
| 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 | GRAYSWOOD COFE PRIMARY SCHOOL (RM&C) |
| Additional buyers | RM&C CONSULTANTS LTD |
| Locality | GRAYSWOOD |
| Post town | Guildford |
| Postcode | GU27 2DR |
| 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 | TLJ25 West Surrey |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 30 Jan 2026 at 13:58 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008494-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008494-2026
  30th 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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