---
title: "CSP26514 - Conference Catering"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069e85"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION"
published: "2026-05-21"
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# CSP26514 - Conference Catering

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069e85

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract "CSP26514 - Conference Catering" was conducted by UK Research and Innovation with UK Shared Business Services Ltd acting as the procuring entity. The contract was for catering services, specifically for supplying conference catering without competition due to the absence of reasonable alternatives, classifying the process under 'below threshold.' The procurement stage is currently at 'award,' and the resulting contract has been completed. The services will be delivered in the United Kingdom, with the contract becoming active on 13th May 2026 and concluding on 30th June 2026. The total gross value of the contract is £17,743.80 and was officially signed on 12th May 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises such as Lodge Catering Ltd., which was awarded the contract. The opportunity is ideal for catering companies looking to expand their portfolios within the public sector, offering a platform to demonstrate their ability to deliver high-quality service for government organisations. Businesses with experience in conference catering and the capacity to operate within the UK will find this tender aligns well with their growth strategies. The procurement method utilised in this tender suggests future opportunities may also arise through direct award processes, presenting a straightforward path for market entry or expansion.

## Notice

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition there are no reasonable alternatives to those goods, services or works. Contract details notice for the supply of Conference Catering to UKRI

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046818-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 May 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £14,786 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Additional buyers | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LODGE CATERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 09:03 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046818-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046818-2026
  21st May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.lodge-catering.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.uksbs.co.uk/

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