---
title: "Provision of Outsourced Catering Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000821325"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTH EAST SCOTLAND COLLEGE"
published: "2026-05-06"
---

# Provision of Outsourced Catering Services

Buyer: NORTH EAST SCOTLAND COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000821325

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Provision of Outsourced Catering Services" was conducted by North East Scotland College, located in Aberdeen. This contract, classified under the education industry category, was completed as part of an open procedure and covered services in the region of Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. The process advanced from the tender stage initiated on 21st January 2026, with a tender deadline that ended on 16th March 2026. The contract was subsequently awarded on 1st May 2026, with ARAMARK Limited selected as the supplier. The total contract value is £8,000,000 and remains active under the procurement method facilitated via electronic submissions.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly appealing to large-scale catering companies capable of providing outsourced services to educational institutions. Given the emphasis on both quality and cost, as reflected in the award criteria of 60% technical response and 40% price consideration, businesses in the catering industry well-versed in managing large contracts are well-placed to benefit. Additionally, the opportunity for two optional 12-month extensions could further enhance long-term prospects for companies that might seek to establish or expand their presence in the Aberdeen region.

## Notice

Award of Contract for the Provision of Outsourced Catering Services to North East Scotland College

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of Contract for the Provision of Outsourced Catering Services to North East Scotland College

Renewal: Two optional 12-month extensions are available post contract expiry

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555248 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 May 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £8,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH EAST SCOTLAND COLLEGE |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB25 1BN |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | George St/Harbour |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARAMARK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55500000 - Canteen and catering services
- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 6 May 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555248
- 21 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547740

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547740
  Provision of Outsourced Catering Services - Invitation to Tender for the Provision of Outsourced Catering Services to North East Scotland College
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555248
  Provision of Outsourced Catering Services - Award of Contract for the Provision of Outsourced Catering Services to North East Scotland College

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nescol.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821325
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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