Catering Services for Fenland Cluster of 5 Schools

This is a competitive tender for catering services across 5 schools in the Fenland Cluster. The contract runs for three years (20 July 2026 to 19 July 2029) with an optional two-year extension through 19 July 2031. The successful contractor will provide breakfast, morning break, lunch, after-school, and hospitality services throughout the academic year. Key Requirements: - Annual contract value: £160,500 per school (£802,500 total over 5 years maximum) - Fresh, locally-sourced ingredients prepared on-site with flexible menus tailored to student needs - Professional staff management and development support - Employers' liability and public liability insurance of minimum £5 million - Minimum company turnover of £500,000 annually - Guaranteed performance contract with hospitality billed separately Evaluation Approach: This Competitive Flexible Procedure uses a two-stage process. Stage 1 (Procurement Specific Questionnaire) will select 5-10 candidates achieving at least 60%. Stage 2 (Invitation to Tender) evaluates responses at 35% price and 65% quality, prioritizing best value over lowest cost. Schools welcome innovative ideas and seek partnership-focused contractors. Each school retains independent appointment rights, though a single contractor for all 5 schools is preferred. Current providers: Aspens Services and Lunchtime UK.