Catering Services Tender for CORE Education Trust Academy Schools

CORE Education Trust, based in Birmingham, is seeking catering service providers to supply comprehensive catering services across its Academy Schools. Services include breakfast provision, morning break refreshments, lunch services, and hospitality and free meal requirements. The contract will run for three years from 1 August 2026, with an option to extend for one additional period of up to two years. TUPE regulations apply, requiring the transfer of existing catering staff. Some staff members are enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme, necessitating arrangements for 'Admitted Body' status with the relevant pension fund. Full tender details and evaluation criteria will be provided in the Invitation to Tender document. Interested suppliers should prepare to demonstrate their capability to deliver high-quality catering services aligned with the Trust's values of Collaboration, Opportunity, Respect and Excellence.