Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership ~ Catering Tender

Description: Thames Ditton Junior School (TDJS) is a Junior school in Thames Ditton, Surrey, with children in Years 3, 4, 5 and 6. In 2022 the school became an academy and joined as the third school in the Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership. The school will be moving from three to two forms of entry from September 2026. The kitchen was recently refurbished and includes a Rational combi oven. 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 current 360 students on roll and 55 teaching and support staff, with a focus on exciting new food concepts to satisfy a wide range of pupil tastes and dietary requirements. The school would like (read more...)

Summary: The Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership is currently in the tender stage for the provision of catering services at Thames Ditton Junior School in Esher, Surrey. This procurement process is open and seeks to appoint a contractor to deliver innovative school catering services to approximately 360 students and 55 staff. The contract, valued at £398,630, is for a duration of three years, starting from September 2026 and ending in August 2029, with a possibility of extension. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 6th March 2026, and potential contractors are encouraged to submit recommendations that align with the school's current service offerings while introducing exciting new food concepts to cater to a diverse array of pupil tastes and dietary requirements.

Haigh Hall Hospitality Services - Pre-Market Engagement

Description: Wigan Council are looking to identify a long-term partner to deliver Hospitality Services at Haigh Hall, Wigan. A description of the Authority's vision for the use of each of the Hospitality Area's the Hospitality Services will include: (a) food and beverage provision at a cafe/restaurant space, rooftop bar and terrace, both for general customers and customers attending events at Haigh Hall; (b) hosting Events such as weddings, family celebrations and business conferences; (c) liaising closely with the Authority on Events convened and/or hosted by the Authority; and (d) the provision of 10/11 boutique bedroom accommodation. The below sets out a summary of the Authority's vision for the Hospitality Areas, Ground Floor Cafe and restaurant:. It is envisaged that this will be a vibrant, daytime offering in a relaxed (read more...)

Summary: Wigan Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process aimed at identifying a long-term partner to deliver Hospitality Services at Haigh Hall in Wigan, United Kingdom. The industry category is hotel, restaurant, and retail trade services, with the project set to commence on 4th August 2026, lasting until 3rd August 2041. As part of the pre-market engagement phase, Wigan Council has organised events on the 27th and 28th of January 2026 at The Edge, Wigan, to engage with interested parties and gather pertinent information. Companies wishing to register their interest should do so via The Chest Procurement Portal by 9th February 2026. Although the process has not officially begun, this preparatory stage seeks to evaluate market interest and is crucial for informing future tender specifications.

Merseytravel : Catering Provision On Mersey Ferries, Cafe & Events

Description: Mersey Ferries is one of the most recognisable symbols of the Liverpool City Region - a cultural icon with over 800 years of history on the River Mersey and an internationally known brand. Today the ferries serve more than 480,000 passengers a year, connecting tourists, commuters, local families, and school groups with one of the region's most memorable visitor experiences. Operating daily sightseeing cruises, essential commuter services, and seasonal themed journeys, the ferries offer unrivalled views of Liverpool's waterfront and play a major role in the city's cultural and tourism landscape. With the introduction of a new vessel, the Royal Daffodil, in 2026 operating alongside the much-loved Snowdrop (Dazzle), Mersey Ferries is entering a period of renewal - and is seeking food and beverage partners who can match (read more...)

Summary: The current procurement process is led by Merseytravel, a public authority in Liverpool, United Kingdom. The tender pertains to catering provision on Mersey Ferries, covering onboard services, shoreside operations, and special event catering, structured into three separate lots. The procurement stage is in the tender update phase as of 3rd December 2025, with a competitive flexible procedure employed. Interested bidders must submit their expressions of interest by 12th December 2025, and the contract award period ends on 1st March 2026. The contract relates to the services industry and aims to enhance the hospitality experience on iconic Mersey Ferries, which serves over 480,000 passengers annually. This tender is a concession contract above the threshold value, fostering innovation and creativity among food and beverage partners.

Catering Services Tender

Description: London Gateway Port requires catering services to provide its staff and visitors with breakfast, lunch and snack offerings across its shifts that operate 24/7. There are 2 main sites where the provider will operate from, the corporate office building, No.1 London Gateway which has a bistro style offering serving office-based colleagues and carrying out hospitality orders and the Amenities building that serves all the staff and contractors working within the port itself which has a full canteen offering.

Summary: London Gateway Port Limited, a private utility located in London, United Kingdom, has issued a tender for catering services, seeking a provider to deliver breakfast, lunch, and snack offerings to its staff and visitors across two main sites: the corporate office building, No.1 London Gateway, and the Amenities building at the port. The procurement process, currently at the tender stage, is executed via a competitive flexible procedure, with suppliers selected to submit their tenders. The industry category is services, specifically canteen and catering services. Interested businesses must submit expressions of interest by 5th January 2026, with the award period concluding on 1st April 2026.

CSC25164 Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) Open Framework

Description: Torbay Council has been successful in obtaining grant funding by the Department for Education (DfE) to roll out a Holiday Activities and Food Programme for 2026. The purpose of the funding is to ensure that children and young people have access to food and activities over the school holiday periods where they are eligible for Free School Meals. Local Authorities require face-to-face provision over the school holidays. The number of children / young people eligible for the provision is estimated to be around 5,451. As a minimum, it's expected that roughly 20-25% of those eligible will take up the offer per School Holiday. Torbay Council are procuring an open framework of providers for this requirement. The time period of the framework and the reopening arrangements are subject to (read more...)

Summary: Torbay Council is seeking providers for its Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) via an open framework procedure, supported by grant funding from the Department for Education. The programme, valued at £4,000,000 gross, aims to support children eligible for free school meals during holidays through organised activities and food services. The procurement targets services within the region UKK42, United Kingdom, and is structured as an open procedure allowing for both reopening competitions and awarding of multiple lots. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with the tender submission deadline set for 14 January 2026 and the enquiry period concluding on 17 December 2025. Key contractual periods commence on 3 April 2026.

Suffolk PHQ Catering Services

Description: Catering Services for Suffolk Constabulary HQ in Martlesham This opportunity can be found a follows: 1. Log in to our supplier portal at https://7force.force.com/login 2. Locate the opportunity under the 'Find Opportunities' section 3. Click 'Register Interest' 4. You can then go to 'My Proposals & Quotes' to view the documentation and submit your response. 5. Once you have completed all relevant Requirement Sections, ensure you click the 'Submit' button to ensure your responses are received by us. Upon clicking 'Submit' you will receive a confirmation email. The message centre (found on your Portal homepage) will be available for you to communicate with us regarding any open opportunities, or for any clarification questions you may have.

Summary: The Police and Crime Commissioner for Suffolk is seeking innovative solutions for the Suffolk Constabulary HQ catering services located in Martlesham Heath, Ipswich. This procurement, categorised under services in the catering industry, is currently in the planning stage. Potential suppliers are invited to submit their suggestions for creating a more cost-effective and sustainable catering model. The deadline for submitting innovative ideas is set for 5th December 2025. The procurement process will progress with noteworthy communication planned for 15th January 2026, while the contract period is expected to commence on 31st July 2026 and may last until 2032 if renewed. This presents a significant opportunity for suitable businesses, especially SMEs, to partner with a prominent public authority in a sub-central government capacity.

Emergency Accommodation Flexible Light Touch Framework 2026

Description: North Somerset Council is seeking to appoint suitably qualified providers to provide of Emergency Accommodation through a Flexible Light Touch Framework to assist with the statutory duty to provide interim accommodation for homeless households. NSC proposes to establish a framework of providers to deliver our emergency accommodation responsibilities that may allow the appointment of new entrants during the term when service levels demand, existing providers leave the framework, or we are notified about new providers in the local market. Any new entrants will be appointed to the framework under the same terms and conditions and will only be allowed entry after assessment using the award criteria of the framework contract. The framework will remain in place for 4 years until such time as it is no longer fit (read more...)

Summary: North Somerset Council is currently in the tender stage for their "Emergency Accommodation Flexible Light Touch Framework 2026," located in Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, within the UKK12 region. The procurement process, using an open procedure and governed by the Procurement Act 2023, seeks qualified providers to offer emergency accommodation for homeless households. The key categories include letting services for short-stay furnished accommodation and health and social work services. The framework spans four years from April 2026, with the potential for extension, and is split into three lots: single adult room, adult couple room, and family room. Interested suppliers must submit their proposals by 12 January 2026, with awards anticipated by 16 March 2026.

Activate Essex Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) 2026- 2028

Description: The Department for Education has provided Essex County Council with funding in order to deliver the holiday activity and food programme (HAF) across Essex during the Easter, Summer and Winter school holidays. Active Essex will be managing the programme on behalf of Essex County Council. Active Essex and Essex County Council will also be managing the HAF programme on behalf of Thurrock Council. Across Essex and Thurrock the programme is called Essex ActvAte. Essex ActivAte will engage and support young people and families who are eligible for benefits based free school meals and families most in need. The programme will provide free and inclusive holiday clubs across the county that will include a range of fun physical and enrichment activities, a free nutritious meal, nutritional education and mentoring (read more...)

Summary: Essex County Council, acting as the buying organisation, has launched a tender titled "Activate Essex Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) 2026-2028," under the industry category for holiday centre and holiday home services. The tender aims to deliver holiday activity and food programmes across Essex and Thurrock during school holidays, with the initiative managed by Active Essex. Scheduled to end on 6 January 2026, this tender is in the 'Tender' stage and follows the 'Open procedure' procurement method. The programme, benefiting families eligible for free school meals, is designed to improve health and wellbeing through inclusive holiday clubs. The project carries a gross value of £15,000,000 and will commence on 1 February 2026, concluding on 31 January 2029.

The Moorlands Primary Federation - Catering Services Tender

Description: The Moorlands Primary Federation (TMPF) is a Multi Academy Trust consisting of ten small, happy and rural primary Schools within the Staffordshire Moorlands and surrounding areas. The Trust are seeking Catering service providers to tender for the provision of all catering services presently offered within the Schools outlined in the PSQ document, including breakfast, morning break, lunch and all hospitality and free issue requirements. The contract will be for three years in duration, with the option to extend for a further one period of up to two years and with a commencement date of 01 August 2026. Full details will be included in the Invitation to Tender. TUPE regulations apply to this contract, which involves the transfer of existing catering staff, of which some may be members of (read more...)

Summary: The Moorlands Primary Federation is seeking providers for its Catering Services Tender, aimed at catering services across ten small primary schools in the Staffordshire Moorlands. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage and operates under a competitive flexible procedure. The contract spans three years starting on 1st August 2026, with the potential to extend for up to two additional years. Key industry categories include school catering services, with the expression of interest deadline set for 9th January 2026. The tender process involves multiple stages including initial shortlisting and a presentation phase, with submissions to be made electronically in English.

Surrey Primary Cluster 1 Catering Tender

Description: The Cluster consists of 5 primary schools and 3 infant schools.

Summary: Laleham Primary School (RM&C) is seeking tenders for a catering contract titled "Surrey Primary Cluster 1 Catering Tender," covering five primary schools and three infant schools. Located in the region of UKJ25, United Kingdom, this procurement process is in the tender stage with the selective procurement method using a competitive flexible procedure. RM&C Consultants Ltd, acting as the procuring entity, coordinates the tender, which is classified under the industry category of school catering services. Interested parties must express their interest by 12th January 2026, and the contract awards are expected to be finalised by 29th April 2026.