CONCESSION Coach House Cafe Tender, Penlee House Gallery and Museum

Description: The Council is seeking to appoint a Concessionaire to run a cafe facility for Penlee House Gallery & Museum in Penlee Park. The appointed Supplier (aka the Concessionaire) would pay a commission-based licence fee, based on percentage gross income with minimum PS20,000 annual payment to operate the Cafe. The value of the fee will be determined through this tender exercise. A proposed commission structure is set out in the Headline Terms document. Full details around the Tender can be found in the accompanying documentation.

Summary: Penzance Town Council is conducting an open tender for a concession to operate the Coach House Café at the Penlee House Gallery and Museum located in Penzance, within the UKK30 region of the United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting restaurant and food-serving services. The tender is currently in the active stage with the deadline for submission set for 11th January 2026, and tender submissions are to be sent via email. The concession contract will begin on 9th February 2026, running until 8th February 2029, with the possibility of renewal. The concession involves a commission-based licence fee, with a minimum annual payment of £20,000, and aims to generate significant business value through this competitive process.

Surrey Primary Cluster 2a Catering Tender

Description: This cluster of Surrey schools are putting their catering contracts out to tender with a contract start date of September 2026 (TBC). There are 13 schools in this cluster and they are a mix of primary/junior/infant schools. You will be bidding for the schools as individual Lots and the schools will be able to select their preferred company from the companies shortlisted to make presentations.

Summary: The St Lawrence CofE (Aided) Junior School in East Molesey has initiated a tender process titled "Surrey Primary Cluster 2a Catering Tender," which involves a cluster of 13 schools in Surrey putting their catering contracts out for renewal. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage with an expression of interest deadline on 6th February 2026. Award decisions are expected to be finalised by 18th May 2026, with contracts commencing from 1st September 2026. This selective procurement, using a competitive flexible procedure, focuses on providing school catering services within the UKJ25 region, which encompasses various locations across Surrey. Prospective bidders are required to follow detailed submission instructions as defined in the provided documentation, with electronic submissions permitted in English.

Nexus Education Schools Trust - Catering and Cleaning Services

Description: Catering - Lot 1 Nexus Education Schools Trust is currently out to tender for the provision of a full daily catering service. The contract is being offered for three years with the option to extend for a further two periods of 12 months. The contract commencement date is 01 August 2026. The services at the Trust schools are currently outsourced. The Contractor will be responsible for the provision of a full school food catering service for the pupils and staff at the schools. This will consist of breakfast and morning breaks at some sites and full lunch service for each school day on all sites. Across the Trust of 12 schools, there are currently over 3700 pupils on roll for the academic year 2025/26. Of this figure, 1444 (read more...)

Summary: The Nexus Education Schools Trust is currently inviting tenders for the provision of catering and cleaning services across multiple locations in the United Kingdom, specifically within the UKI4 and UKJ4 regions. This tender is split into two lots: Lot 1 covers catering services, while Lot 2 covers cleaning services. The procurement is at the tender stage, with the expression of interest deadline set for 23rd January 2026. The contracts are valued at a total of £12,888,000 GBP (gross) for both services and will commence on 1st August 2026 for catering and 1st September 2026 for cleaning, each with an initial period of three years and options for up to two one-year extensions. This selective procurement method is managed by Minerva Procurement Consultancy Services Limited, aiming to foster competition, particularly among SMEs, through a competitive flexible procedure.

Provision, Installation and Operation of Christmas Attractions in Albert Square Manchester

Description: Manchester's annual festive programme is one of the most celebrated in Europe, attracting millions of visitors and creating a vibrant seasonal atmosphere across the city. As part of Manchester City Council's commitment to enhancing the city's cultural and event offering, we seek competent proposals for the delivery of Albert Square's Christmas attraction from 2026 onwards. Historically, Manchester's Christmas activities have included the award-winning Christmas Markets, an ice rink at Cathedral Gardens, and a range of family-friendly installations. With the full reopening of Albert Square following Town Hall regeneration works, the Council aims to create a world-class festive destination that complements the existing city-wide offer and strengthens Manchester's reputation as a leading winter destination. The requirement is for a Christmas attraction in Albert Square, operating seven days a week (read more...)

Summary: Manchester City Council has initiated a tender process for the provision, installation, and operation of Christmas attractions in Albert Square, Manchester. This tender is part of the city's commitment to enhancing its cultural and event offerings. The project, categorized under services in the event and entertainment industry, aims to create a world-class festive destination from November 2026 onwards. The procurement follows an open procedure, encouraging wide participation, with an estimated contract value of £24,000,000 gross. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 13th February 2026. The contract period begins on 1st July 2026 and could extend to 30th June 2031 if renewal options are exercised. The procurement process is handled through the e-business portal known as the Chest.

Income Generation from Estates, Assets & IP (DPS)

Description: Crown Commercial Service as the authority intends to put in place a new pan-government collaborative agreement for the provision of income generation from estates, assets and Intellectual Property (IP). This will be a Dynamic Purchasing Solution where suppliers can join throughout the life of the agreement. This agreement will be used by Central Government Departments, their agencies, (including publicly owned transport organisations), Non Departmental Public Bodies, and all other UK Public Sector bodies, including local authorities, health, education providers, devolved administrations and charities. The agreement will enable government and public sector bodies to run mini competitions to establish contracts with suppliers for income generation services including but not limited to the following services: - Self service vending - Automated retail - Pop up retail - Automated Cash Machines (read more...)

Summary: The Crown Commercial Service (CCS), acting on behalf of the UK government, is leading a procurement process with the intention to establish a Dynamic Purchasing Solution (DPS) for income generation across estates, assets, and Intellectual Property (IP). This comprehensive agreement titled "Income Generation from Estates, Assets & IP" is under the industry category of services and will cater to a broad spectrum of public sector bodies all over the United Kingdom, including central and local governments, healthcare, education providers, devolved administrations, and charities. The procurement stage is currently active, with selective procurement employed through a restricted procedure. The total estimated value of this agreement is £700 million, and the timeframe spans from August 2028 until September 2028, following an optional extension now utilised to end by 15/09/2028. Suppliers have the opportunity to participate via mini competitions that will be held throughout the duration of this agreement.

Catering Provider for Crowden Outdoor Education Centre

Description: Crowden Outdoor Education Centre (COEC) delivers high quality residential outdoor education to schools and youth groups. Benefits of both outdoor education and residential experiences are widely acknowledged and can help improve confidence, concentration, resilience, understanding of self and others, life skills, broaden horizons and raise expectations. COEC has a standard capacity of 40 beds with an additional 8 temporary beds available. COEC's key offer is a full board and lodging activity package. Full board offer currently includes: * Breakfast: selection of cereals and cooked English breakfast * Packed lunch: home-made sandwich, baked treat, fruit, crisps, yoghurt and drink * Evening Meal: two courses with a "build your own" menu from extensive choice of dishes cooked fresh on site each day Catering is currently charged on a per meal (read more...)

Summary: Rotherham Borough Council has initiated an open tender for a catering provider at the Crowden Outdoor Education Centre, located in Rotherham, United Kingdom (region UKE31). The tender is in the active procurement stage, focusing on obtaining high-quality catering services for the centre's residential outdoor education programmes. The contract, valued at £631,850, invites submissions until 14th January 2026, with an award decision expected by 11th February 2026. The procurement follows an open procedure, and submissions must be made in English via the YORTender portal, referencing project 104270. The successful provider will commence services from 16th March 2026 for a five-year duration until 15th March 2031.

Surrey Primary Cluster 2 Catering Tender

Description: This cluster of Surrey schools are putting their catering contracts out to tender with a contract start date of September 2026 (TBC). There are 13 schools in this cluster and they are a mix of primary/junior/infant schools. You will be bidding for the schools as individual Lots and the schools will be able to select their preferred company from the companies shortlisted to make presentations.

Summary: The procurement process initiated by St Lawrence CofE (Aided) Junior School (RM&C) involves the Surrey Primary Cluster 2 Catering Tender, focusing on school catering services. The tender, currently in the 'tender' stage, is open to a cluster of 13 schools located within the UKJ25 region, United Kingdom. Key dates include the deadline for expression of interest and enquiries on 6th February 2026 and the award period ending on 18th May 2026. The selected contracts are expected to start in September 2026 and may extend until August 2031, subject to satisfactory performance. The procurement method adopted is a competitive flexible procedure and all submissions must adhere to the specified process in the tender documents.

Oakwood Park Grammar School - Catering Tender

Description: Oakwood Park Grammar School (OPGS) is a boys' grammar school with academy status located in Maidstone, Kent, serving boys from ages 11 - 16 with a co-educational 6th form. At OPGS, we hold firm on our responsibility to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum, an exceptional standard of teaching and learning and a wider range of extra-curricular opportunities. We have high standards of behaviour and our pupils are 'polite and courteous,' contributing significantly to our consistently positive learning environment. Further information regarding the School can be obtained here: https://www.opgs.org/ Tender information: The successful tenderer will be required to provide excellent catering services to Oakwood Park Grammar school, which has 1086 pupils and 86 teaching and support staff. The contract term being tendered for 3 years, from 01/08/2026 - (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process for Oakwood Park Grammar School's catering services has entered the tender stage, offering a significant opportunity for qualified businesses. The buying organisation, Oakwood Park Grammar School, located in Maidstone, Kent (ME16 8AH), is seeking a high-quality catering provider to enhance their existing services for their 1,086 pupils and 86 staff. This tender, titled "Oakwood Park Grammar School - Catering Tender," falls under the industry category of school catering services, relevant to the location of the United Kingdom (region UKJ4). The contract will commence on 1st August 2026 and last until 31st July 2029, with a potential extension to 31st July 2031. The procurement utilises the Competitive Flexible Procedure, a two-stage approach beginning with the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ), followed by an Invitation To Tender (ITT), focusing on both price (35%) and quality (65%). The deadline for expression of interest is set for 23rd January 2026, and the overall value of the contract is estimated at £1,523,760.

School Meals Contract

Description: The provision of catering services (school meals) to schools in the London Borough of Ealing. The Ealing Schools Catering Consortium (ESCC), is a consortium of 56 primary and special educational needs (SEND) schools within the London Borough of Ealing that have grouped together to ensure the provision of high-quality meals to pupils and staff. The ESCC has been operating successfully since 2003, and this service is open to all existing and any new schools in the borough. The ESCC is looking to expand and this service will be open to any neighbouring boroughs, London Boroughs or neighbouring borough schools who wish to join the ESCC and existing member schools in this contract and who may wish to join during the term of the contract. Previous Notice UK1 Pipeline (read more...)

Summary: The London Borough of Ealing Council is conducting a procurement process titled "School Meals Contract," aiming to provide catering services to schools within the borough. This service is part of the Ealing Schools Catering Consortium, which includes 56 primary and special educational needs schools. The contract, valued at approximately £55 million, seeks to deliver high-quality meal services, with an overall estimated value of £65 million. The procurement is at the tender stage with a deadline for expressions of interest set for 3rd February 2026. Bidders must submit their proposals through the Ealing Atamis system, complying with a selective, competitive flexible procedure. The contract period is scheduled to start on 2nd August 2027 and end on 1st August 2030, with a possible extension of up to two additional years.

All Saints Schools Trust - Catering Services

Description: All Saints Schools Trust is currently out to tender for the provision of a full daily catering service. The services at the Trust are a mix of in-house and outsourced provision. The Contractor will be responsible for the provision of a full school food catering service for the pupils and staff at the Trust schools. This will consist of full lunch service for each school day at all sites. Across the Trust there are currently 1656 pupils on roll for the academic year 2025/26. Of this figure, 585 pupils are entitled to UIFSM and a further 327 to Free School Meals. TUPE is expected to apply, details of which can be found in the tender documentation. Some members of the catering team (x 7) are members of the (read more...)

Summary: All Saints Schools Trust, a public authority operating under the sub-central government in the United Kingdom, is currently seeking bids for a contract to provide comprehensive school catering services across its various sites. The tender process, managed by Minerva Procurement Consultancy Services Limited, is in the active stage with submissions accepted via a competitive flexible procedure. Interested parties must submit their expressions of interest by 23rd January 2026. The tender covers a range of services for the academic year 2025/26, with a projected contract start date of 1st September 2026. The procurement process is governed by the legislation found in UKPGA 2023/54, with the main procurement category identified as services within the school catering services sector (CPV code 55524000).