Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust
St Leonard’s Primary School, St Leonards Road,
Exeter, Devon
EX2 4NQ
Contact
Julia Croughton
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UK - United Kingdom
Internet address(es)
Main address
https://www.stchristophersmat.org/
Buyer's address
https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA43212
one.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Education
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
ST CHRISTOPHER’S MULTI ACADEMY TRUST & RIVIERA EDUCATION TRUST - PROVISION OF OUTSOURCED CATERING SERVICES
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 55520000 - Catering services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract 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 catering services requirement.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £6,000,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Lot 3 – St Christopher’s West Devon
Lot No
3
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 55520000 - Catering services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKK4 - Devon
Main site or place of performance
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust
St Leonard’s Primary School, St Leonards Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4NQ
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract 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 catering services requirement.
In addition to the above, the Contractor shall:
a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding
of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools.
b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and
visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract
delivery as a whole.
c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties,
improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils.
d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for
improvement throughout the contract term.
e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services.
f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust.
g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff.
h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS.
The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1).
Sites included in Lot 3 – St Christopher’s West Devon:
Meavy CofE Primary School
Lady Modiford’s CofE Primary School
St Peter’s CofE Junior School
St Rumon’s CofE Primary School
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Quality / Weighting: 60
Price - Weighting: 40
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
Option of 2 further 1 year extensions
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Lot 4 – St Christopher’s East Devon
Lot No
4
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 55520000 - Catering services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKK4 - Devon
Main site or place of performance
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust
St Leonard’s Primary School, St Leonards Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4NQ
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract 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 catering services requirement.
In addition to the above, the Contractor shall:
a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding
of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools.
b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and
visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract
delivery as a whole.
c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties,
improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils.
d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for
improvement throughout the contract term.
e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services.
f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust.
g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff.
h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS.
The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1).
Sites included in Lot 4 – St Christopher’s East Devon:
Beer CofE Primary School
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Quality / Weighting: 60
Price - Weighting: 40
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
Option of 2 further 1 year extensions
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Lot 5 – St Christopher’s Torbay, Exeter & West Devon
Lot No
5
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 55520000 - Catering services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKK4 - Devon
- UKK42 - Torbay
Main site or place of performance
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust
St Leonard’s Primary School, St Leonards Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4NQ
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract 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 catering services requirement.
In addition to the above, the Contractor shall:
a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding
of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools.
b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and
visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract
delivery as a whole.
c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties,
improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils.
d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for
improvement throughout the contract term.
e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services.
f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust.
g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff.
h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS.
The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1).
Sites included in Lot 5 – St Christopher’s Torbay, Exeter & West Devon:
All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School
St Marychurch CofE and Nursery
Upton St James CofE Primary School
Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School
Ladysmith Junior School
St Leonard’s CofE Primary
St Michael’s CofE Primary Academy
St Sidwell’s CofE Primary School
Tidcombe Primary School
Meavy CofE Primary School
Lady Modiford’s CofE Primary School
St Peter’s CofE Junior School
St Rumon’s CofE Primary School
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Quality / Weighting: 60
Price - Weighting: 40
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
Option of 2 further 1 year extensions
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Lot 6 – Riviera Schools
Lot No
6
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 55520000 - Catering services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKK42 - Torbay
Main site or place of performance
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust
St Leonard’s Primary School, St Leonards Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4NQ
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract 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 catering services requirement.
In addition to the above, the Contractor shall:
a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding
of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools.
b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and
visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract
delivery as a whole.
c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties,
improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils.
d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for
improvement throughout the contract term.
e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services.
f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust.
g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff.
h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS.
The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1).
Sites included in Lot 6 – Riviera Schools:
Oldway Primary School
Roselands Primary School
Shiphay Learning Academy
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Quality / Weighting: 60
Price - Weighting: 40
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
Option of 2 further 1 year extensions
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Lot 1 – St Christopher’s Torbay
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 55520000 - Catering services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKK42 - Torbay
Main site or place of performance
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust
St Leonard’s Primary School, St Leonards Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4NQ
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract 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 catering services requirement.
In addition to the above, the Contractor shall:
a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding
of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools.
b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and
visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract
delivery as a whole.
c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties,
improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils.
d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for
improvement throughout the contract term.
e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services.
f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust.
g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff.
h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS.
The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1).
Sites included in Lot 1 – St Christopher’s Torbay:
All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School
St Marychurch CofE and Nursery
Upton St James CofE Primary School
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Quality / Weighting: 60
Price - Weighting: 40
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
Option of 2 further 1 year extensions
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Lot 2 – St Christopher’s Exeter
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 55520000 - Catering services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKK4 - Devon
Main site or place of performance
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust
St Leonard’s Primary School, St Leonards Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4NQ
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract 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 catering services requirement.
In addition to the above, the Contractor shall:
a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding
of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools.
b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and
visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract
delivery as a whole.
c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties,
improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils.
d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for
improvement throughout the contract term.
e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services.
f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust.
g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff.
h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS.
The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1).
Sites included in Lot 2 – St Christopher’s Exeter:
Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School
Ladysmith Junior School
St Leonard’s CofE Primary
St Michael’s CofE Primary Academy
St Sidwell’s CofE Primary School
Tidcombe Primary School
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Quality / Weighting: 60
Price - Weighting: 40
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
Option of 2 further 1 year extensions
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Section three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information
three.1) Conditions for participation
three.1.2) Economic and financial standing
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
three.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Originally published as:
Date
24 February 2025
Local time
12:00pm
Changed to:
Date
27 February 2025
Local time
12:00pm
See the change notice.
four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
English
four.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender
Duration in months: 3 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)
four.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date
24 February 2025
Local time
12:00pm
Section six. Complementary information
six.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
six.3) Additional information
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six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Public Procurement Review Service
Cabinet Office
London
publicprocurementreview@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Telephone
+44 3450103503
Country
United Kingdom
Internet address
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/public-procurement-review-service-scope-and-remit
six.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust
St Leonard’s Primary School, St Leonards Road,
Exeter, Devon
EX2 4NQ
Country
United Kingdom
Internet address
https://www.stchristophersmat.org/
six.4.4) Service from which information about the review procedure may be obtained
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust
St Leonard’s Primary School, St Leonard's Road,
Exeter, Devon
EX2 4NQ
Country
United Kingdom