Scope
Reference
T281-ITT
Description
Provision of school meals and additional catering services at Lift Schools , in accordance with all relevant statutory requirements , good practice guidelines and to provide good quality, nutritious meals at an affordable price.The service will be an integral part of the school day where pupils will be able to take a nourishing meal in a pleasant and orderly environment which aids in curriculum attainment.
Total value (estimated)
- £95,000,000 excluding VAT
- £97,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2031
- Possible extension to 1 September 2033
- 7 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
1 Plus 1
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 55524000 - School catering services
Lot 1. North Region
Description
Schools in our North region as described in Tender documents
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Southwest Region
Description
Schools in our Southwest region as described in Tender documents
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Midlands Region
Description
Schools in our Midlands region as described in Tender documents
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. London & South
Description
Schools in our London & South region as described in Tender documents
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 5. East Region
Description
Schools in our East region as described in Tender documents
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Submission
Enquiry deadline
10 February 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
16 February 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
30 April 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 5 January 2033
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Simple description | Lift Schools will base the award of the Contract on the most advantageous tender. At the highest level, value for money in respect of this ITT will be divided into three high-level award criteria: a.... |
Price |
Weighting description
Lift Schools will base the award of the Contract on the most advantageous tender. At the highest level, value for money in respect of this ITT will be divided into three high-level award criteria:
a. Charges (cost) Weighted 30%
b. Technical Evaluation (Quality) National Weighted 25%
Technical Evaluation (Quality) Regional Weighted 25%.
C. Supplier Client Visits Primary Weighted 10%
Supplier Client Visits Secondary Weighted 10%
Each of these high level criteria will be assessed separately,...
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal
All Tender documentation can be found on the above Link.
Contracting authority
LIFT SCHOOLS
- Companies House: 06625091
1 Edcity Walk
London
W12 7TF
United Kingdom
Contact name: Andrea Weed
Email: procurement@liftschools.org
Region: UKI33 - Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government