Catering Services for Shefford Lower School

Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking suppliers to provide catering services for Shefford Lower School. Interested suppliers should carefully read the tender documents and follow the provided guidance to ensure a successful submission. Key details include: - **Submission Requirements**: Respond to all questions and adhere to word count limits; any excess information will not be considered. Additional documents not requested will be disregarded. - **Communication**: All inquiries must be submitted through the In-tend portal. Do not contact the service area directly. Regularly check the Clarification tab for updates and responses to questions from other bidders. Questions and answers will be shared with all bidders to maintain fairness. - **Submission Timing**: Avoid submitting your tender close to the deadline to prevent IT issues. Tender returns will not be accepted via email. - **Participation**: To participate, you must 'Opt In' to confirm your intention to submit a tender. If you decide not to participate, you can 'Opt Out' and provide a reason if desired. You can opt back in at any time. - **Contract Details**: The target start date for the contract is September 1, 2025, with a term of 3 years, plus options for 1-year extensions. For further assistance, please contact the Procurement lead through the In-tend system.