---
title: "St Michael's Catholic High School Catering Tender"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06934c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE DIOCESE OF WESTMINSTER ACADEMY TRUST (RM&C)"
published: "2026-05-07"
---

# St Michael's Catholic High School Catering Tender

Buyer: THE DIOCESE OF WESTMINSTER ACADEMY TRUST (RM&C)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06934c

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## Summary

The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust, a public authority operating under sub-central government jurisdiction, has initiated a procurement process for the catering contract at St Michael's Catholic High School in Watford, Hertfordshire. This contract, valued nominally in financial documents, aims to commence on 2nd April 2027. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, using a selective "Competitive flexible procedure." Interested parties should note the expression of interest deadline set for 11th June 2026, with an awarded decision anticipated by the 8th of December 2026. The procurement focuses on school catering services under the industry classification "School catering services," with submission guidelines mandating adherence to instructions specified in Parts 1 and 2 of the tender documents.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the school catering services sector, particularly those capable of delivering innovative and efficient catering solutions aligned with educational environments. Entities such as SMEs are encouraged to engage in this process, given their eligibility as indicated by the suitability criteria. Businesses experienced in competitive procurement procedures and those capable of delivering quality services are well-positioned to thrive in this tender. The contract offers potential extensions post three years based on performance, allowing for sustained business growth and the development of a long-term partnership with St Michael's Catholic High School.

## Notice

St Michael's Catholic High School is located in Watford, Hertfordshire and are part of The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust. They are putting their catering contract out to tender with a contract start date of 2nd April 2027.

### 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/042039-2026 |
| 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 | 7 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2027 - 1 Apr 2030 |
| 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 DIOCESE OF WESTMINSTER ACADEMY TRUST (RM&C) |
| Additional buyers | RM&C CONSULTANTS LTD |
| Locality | WATFORD |
| Post town | Watford |
| Postcode | WD25 0SS |
| 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 | TLH23 Hertfordshire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 7 May 2026 at 13:58 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042039-2026
- 7 May 2026 at 12:01 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041900-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042039-2026
  7th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041900-2026
  7th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=639374
  1) SMCHS SQ Document Part 1
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=639375
  2) SMCHS SQ Document Part 2
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=639376
  3) SMCHS SQ Scoring Example

## 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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