Scope
Reference
ASP01.49
Description
The contract will be for the provision of Outsourced Catering Service to the Trust. The Trust was seeking a Contractor that will deliver the service for this contract, providing 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. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level,
demonstrating a centralised approach that offers 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.
Contract 1. Provision of Outsourced Catering Service
Supplier
Contract value
- £11,000,000 excluding VAT
- £13,200,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
26 January 2026
Contract dates
- 5 February 2026 to 31 August 2029
- Possible extension to 31 August 2031
- 5 years, 6 months, 24 days
Description of possible extension:
Possible extensions - two (2) further years, in 12-month intervals (3.8 + 1 + 1).
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Contract value has account for the potential for additional schools joining the Trust during
the Contract term.
CPV classifications
- 55520000 - Catering services
Contract locations
- UKK3 - Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Key performance indicators
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Meal Uptake | 95% in accordance with proposed rate set |
| Meal Delivery Timeliness | 95% of meals delivered on time. |
| Food Quality Compliance | 98% of meals meeting the agreed quality standards. |
| Customer Satisfaction | 90% positive feedback from students and staff. |
| Nutritional Standards | 95% compliance with nutritional guidelines. |
| Health and Safety Compliance | 100% adherence to health and safety regulations. |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Supplier
ASPENS-SERVICES LIMITED
- Companies House: 06561073
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJZY-1355-VRGY
International House 10 Beaufort Court
London
E14 9XL
United Kingdom
Email: sales.admin@aspens-services.com
Website: http://www.aspens-services.co.uk
Region: UKI42 - Tower Hamlets
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. Provision of Outsourced Catering Service
Contracting authority
ASPIRE ACADEMY TRUST
- Companies House: 07387540
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRMG-1387-DLGR
Unit 20, St Austell Business Park
St. Austell
PL25 4FD
United Kingdom
Email: aspire@iaspire.net
Region: UKK30 - Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
PHP LAW LLP
Summary of their role in this procurement: Procurement Advisor
- Companies House: OC429243
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPRM-9434-VNYQ
Unit 3 The Brutus Centre
Totnes
TQ9 5RW
United Kingdom
Email: josie.medforth@phplaw.co.uk
Website: http://www.phplaw.co.uk
Region: UKK43 - Devon CC