School Meals Service Procurement

This procurement seeks a contractor to provide school meals services that satisfy the requirements of school governors, educational institutions, pupils, and families within an agreed timeline. The contract encompasses three funding mechanisms: (1) Paid Meals - revenue generated directly from parent payments collected by the contractor; (2) Universal Infant Free School Meals (UIFSM) - schools receive £2.61 per pupil per day based on census day enrollment, with schools invoiced directly by the contractor; (3) Pupil Premium Free School Meals (FSM) - schools receive funding at the current rate of £523.28 per pupil per annum based on census day uptake, with schools invoiced directly by the contractor. Interested suppliers should demonstrate capacity to manage meal provision across multiple schools, process invoicing efficiently, and deliver services that meet nutritional and quality standards while accommodating the diverse funding streams.