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.