--- title: "Kings Hill School ~ Catering tender" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ceeb" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ceeb" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ceeb.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ceeb.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "KINGS HILL SCHOOL" published: "2026-07-20" --- # Kings Hill School ~ Catering tender Buyer: KINGS HILL SCHOOL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ceeb [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ceeb) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ceeb.json) ## Summary The public procurement process for the Kings Hill School Catering tender is currently in the tender stage, seeking to appoint a contractor for the provision of catering services. This opportunity is offered by Kings Hill School, a reputable institution located in West Malling, Kent, graded as Outstanding by Ofsted. The school requires an innovative approach to catering services for its 475 students and 78 staff members. The procurement process follows an open, competitive flexible procedure with a tender period ending on 16 October 2026. The contract will begin on 1 January 2027, lasting for three years. The estimated contract value is £419,603.13. Interested parties must submit their bids by 16 October 2026, following the guidelines outlined in the tender document, focusing on quality and cost-effectiveness. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in school catering services, particularly those experienced in offering health-focused, innovative, and inclusive food options. Those capable of sourcing fresh, local ingredients and engaging in community development initiatives will find this contract aligns with Kings Hill School's values of promoting healthy lifestyles and adding social value. SMEs are particularly encouraged to apply, as the procurement process is suitable for such enterprises. Furthermore, businesses that can propose enhancements to the dining environment, demonstrate clear social value contributions, and provide a detailed pricing breakdown will likely be strong contenders in this competitive procurement process. ## Notice Kings Hill School and Nursery first opened in March 1998. Graded as Outstanding by Ofsted, it is a very popular school in the heart of the Kings Hill community, just outside West Malling in Kent. We have 420 children in the main school and every year we enrol approximately 75 nursery children, aged 2 - 4 years. The tender project is seeking to appoint a Contractor whose initiative and innovation will be welcomed for the provision of service within the existing facilities for the 475 students on roll and 78 teaching and support staff, with a focus on exciting new food concepts to satisfy a wide range of pupil tastes and dietary requirements which will provide our children with nutritious and attractive menus on a weekly basis. The school has not tested the market for a number of years and would wish the successful contractor to review the current range of services offered and make recommendations accordingly. The contract being tendered is for three years in duration from January 2027 to December 2030 and will operate as a Guaranteed Performance Contract, with the successful Contractor offering the school a guaranteed return / cost per annum for the provision of catering services. Sovereignty of the cash tariff is to remain with Kings Hill School and Nursery for the duration of this contract. The school year is based on a calendar of 195 days. Five days are to be used for staff professional development which means that school will be open to receive students for the legal minimum of 190 days. The contract offered covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the school, which currently includes morning breakfast club, lunch, after school club and free issue requirements. Free school meals will be charged based on consumption and at net food cost. Whilst the School prioritises value for money as a key objective of the Competitive Tender Process, the Governing body is not obliged to accept the lowest price. The value of the current contract is: - 2024/ 20252025/2026 (Estimated) Cash salesPS46,626.10PS50,356.18 Free School Meals PS77,238.40PS77,570.28 Wrap Around Care PS11,111.10PS11,941.25 TotalPS134,975.60PS139,867.71 Kings Hill School and Nursery expect the successful contractor to enable the continued development of catering through the provision of an innovative, healthy food service, with fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients being prepared on-site. The school expects the successful tenderer to clearly demonstrate, through their bid, how they will support and embody our school values, delivering an inclusive and customer-focused service that prioritises safeguarding, promotes healthy lifestyles, and meets the diverse needs of all pupils, including those with SEND. These principles are central to the provision of high-quality services that enable children to thrive. Tenderers will be required to provide a transparent breakdown of their pricing model, including food costs, labour costs, management fees, overheads, and margin assumptions. The school reserves the right to seek clarification regarding any pricing assumptions to ensure that submissions represent a sustainable and deliverable service offering. The school places significant importance on the delivery of meaningful social value and expects tenderers to demonstrate how their proposed service will contribute positively to the school community, and the Kings Hill local economy. Tenderers should outline initiatives relating to employment and training opportunities, community engagement, sustainability, and activities that will enhance the experience and wellbeing of pupils, staff, and visitors. In addition, the school would welcome consideration of inward capital investment as part of the Contractor's tender submission. Tenderers are encouraged to propose investments that enhance the catering environment, service offer, and customer experience, with particular emphasis on improvements within the existing dining area. Any proposed investment should clearly demonstrate the benefits to the school, the catering service, and the wider school community, together with details of the level of investment, timescales, and anticipated outcomes. Please be advised that this contract will be let on a 3 year basis. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-West-Malling:-School-catering-services./9CJ35975GZ To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/9CJ35975GZ ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068277-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender 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 | 20 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 16 Oct 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £419,603 | | Lots value | £419,603 | | 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 | KINGS HILL SCHOOL | | Locality | WEST MALLING | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME19 4LS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent | | Local authority | Tonbridge and Malling | | Electoral ward | Kings Hill | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | Delivery location | TLJ46 West Kent | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55524000 - School catering services ## Release History - 20 Jul 2026 at 13:13 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068277-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068277-2026 20th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/9CJ35975GZ - https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-West-Malling:-School-catering-services./9CJ35975GZ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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