--- title: "Inverness Town House Catering" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000837122" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000837122" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000837122.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000837122.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HIGHLAND COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-10" --- # Inverness Town House Catering Buyer: HIGHLAND COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000837122 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000837122) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000837122.json) ## Summary Highland Council is inviting tenders through an open procedure for a framework agreement to provide catering services for Inverness Town House, with a budget of £250,000. The procurement process, currently in the tender stage, focuses on the provision of formal meals, drinks service, buffets, and canapes. It is part of the 'General public services' category and located in Inverness, Scotland, within the UKM6 region. Potential suppliers must submit their electronic bids by the deadline of 17 August 2026, with the award period starting the same day. The contracting period for the successful bidder(s) will commence on 1 October 2026 and run until 30 September 2028, with an option to extend up to 2030. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in catering services, especially those with experience in providing high-quality, locally sourced produce. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and companies focusing on formal dining, buffet arrangements, and drink service staffing can benefit from engaging with Highland Council's requirements. By participating in this framework, businesses have the potential to gain long-term contracts and enhance their market presence in the Inverness region. The inclusion of community benefits as part of the tender is also attractive for businesses dedicated to corporate social responsibility and local community engagement. ## Notice Framework for catering services for the Inverness Town House. ### Lot Information Lot 1: Formal Meals The provision of Formal Meals requires a selection of at least three seasonal meals for each of the bronze, silver and gold menus to provide the basis of a structured selection of meals that range in price from a basic three course meal to the very highest standard of locally sourced produce, presented to a very high standard. Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extensions available with a maximum end date of 30/09/2030. Lot 4: Drinks Service The provision of a bar service is for staffing only and may be required at each event or as a standalone external/internal event. There will be a requirement for a bar to be staffed by suitably trained members of the team. Tea, Coffee, Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages may be table service or full bar service. The Highland Council will provide all stock and necessary equipment to provide a free and where necessary paid for bar, soft drinks and tea and coffee service. Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extensions available with a maximum end date of 30/09/2030. Lot 2: Buffets The provision of Buffets requires a selection of buffet options to be provided at an event. A structured selection of items that range in price from a basic to the very highest standard items of locally sourced produce, presented to a very high standard. The suppliers should provide a selection of bronze, silver and gold categorised buffet items with dietary options as per the quality evaluation. Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extensions available with a maximum end date of 30/09/2030. Lot 3: Canapes The provision of Canapes requires a selection of canape options to be provided at an event. A structured selection of canapes that range in price from a basic to the very highest standard of locally sourced produce, presented to a very high standard. The suppliers should provide a selection of bronze, silver and gold categorised canape items with dietary options as per the quality evaluation. Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extensions available with a maximum end date of 30/09/2030. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559945 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Oct 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 | | Recurrence | 6 months prior to the framework expiry. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £250,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | 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 | HIGHLAND COUNCIL | | Locality | INVERNESS | | Post town | Inverness | | Postcode | IV3 5NX | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Highland | | Electoral ward | Inverness West | | Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire | | Delivery location | TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55400000 - Beverage-serving services - 55520000 - Catering services ## Release History - 10 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559945 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559945 Inverness Town House Catering - Framework for catering services for the Inverness Town House. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=837122 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000837122 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.highland.gov.uk - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=837122 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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