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Great Torrington School Provision of Outsourced Catering Service

Great Torrington School

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Great Torrington School

Buyer Address: Calvesford Road, Torrington, UKK43, ex38 7dj, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Josie Medforth

Contact Email: josie.medforth@phplaw.co.uk

Buyer Name: PHP Law LLP Ltd

Buyer Address: Unit 3, The Brutus Centre, Station Road, Totnes, UKK43, TQ9 5RW, United Kingdom

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
750000.0 GBP
Gross: 900000 GBP
Published
31 Mar 2025, 09:43
Deadline
09 May 2025, 11:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
55524000 - School catering services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
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Description

This tender opportunity has been issued by Great Torrington School (“the School”) and Tenderers are invited to tender for the provision of outsourced catering services. Full details of all contract requirements are given in Document 2. Specification of Requirement. The School is seeking a Contractor to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the outsourced catering service. The contract start date will 1st September 2025 and is to be for a period of three (3) years with the possible extension of two (2) further years, in 12-month intervals (3 +1+1). The Contractor shall: a. embrace the School vision, values and ethos, whilst demonstrating alignment to them in all aspects of the delivery, throughout the contract term. b. work in partnership with the School, offering a service a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for pupils using the services whilst continually improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. c. deliver an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term and have appropriate practices and systems in place to ensure a suitable amount of food supply, meal choices are available throughout the service. d. have appropriate processes and procedures in place which gives assurance that individuals with food allergens, medical and dietary requirements will not be put at risk and religious cultural and SEND dietary requirements are catered for. e. demonstrate a contract management approach, including a robust complaint management policy that offers transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery. f. operate the contract in line with School Food Standards, British, International and EU standards & legislation, working with the School in compiling a nutritious and healthy menu offer. g. promote environmental and social sustainability in all aspects of the school meals provision and have in place a sustainable food supply chain that minimises the negative impact on the environment, preserves natural resources, and promotes social and economic well-being. The Contractor shall have appropriate processes and procedures that demonstrate the ongoing review of the supply chain and procurement of goods to ensure it continues to meet this objective. h. provide signage and marketing for the catering service. This shall include general advertising, and attractive packaging and presentation of meals and marketing materials that can be shared with families via newsletters, website email etc. i. implement a robust mobilisation plan for the contract that will demonstrate partnership working, is seamless and demonstrates due regard for risk with appropriate mitigation measures, including the responsibility for TUPE of existing staff.

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.mytenders.co.uk

Link Description: Procurement Documents available via the tendering portal

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011943-2025

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value: GBP 750,000

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 900,000

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2025-09-01T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 1 Contract End: 2028-08-31T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Proposed Service Model (10%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Service Model Case Study (5%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Menu Planning & Development (15%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Added Value (5%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Contractor Staff (5%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Contract Management, Reporting & Service Quality Monitoring & Complaints (5%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Contract Mobilisation & Risk Management (5%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Sustainability (5%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Total Menu Item Pricing (17.5%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Meal Deal Price (12.5%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Capital Investment for the School (10%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Fixed Annual Profit for School (5%)

Documents

Document Description: Procurement Documents available via the tendering portal

Document Description: Not published

Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

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