Tender

University of Winchester - Catering Services

UNIVERSITY OF WINCHESTER

UK4: Tender notice - Procurement Act 2023 - view information about notice types

Notice identifier: 2026/S 000-013344

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-065357

Published 12 February 2026, 5:37pm

Last edited 13 February 2026, 11:43am

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Scope

Reference

26/AG/004

Description

Following a comprehensive review of its catering operations, the University has decided to outsource its catering provision and appoint a specialist supplier to work in a transparent, collaborative partnership. The selected partner will be expected to bring innovation, experience, and sector expertise to develop the service, maximising both customer experience and financial performance.

The University seeks a partner who can deliver a catering service that reflects its academic standards and community values-creating an environment that enhances the experience of students, staff, and visitors alike. The chosen supplier should demonstrate an ability to maximise the potential of the facilities and deliver a service the University can be proud of.

Full details can be found at: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/winchester

Return Date: 12 Noon Thursday 2nd of April 2026

Total value (estimated)

£9,800,000 excluding VAT
£11,760,000 including VAT

Above the relevant threshold

Contract dates (estimated)

1 August 2026 to 31 July 2031
Possible extension to 31 July 2033
7 years

Description of possible extension:

possible 2 Year extension.

Main procurement category

Services

CPV classifications

55520000 - Catering services

Contract locations

UKJ - South East (England)
UKK - South West (England)

Participation

Particular suitability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Submission

Tender submission deadline

2 April 2026, 12:00pm

Submission address and any special instructions

Full details can be found at: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/winchester

Tenders may be submitted electronically

Yes

Languages that may be used for submission

English

Award decision date (estimated)

11 May 2026

Award criteria

This table contains award criteria for this lot
Name	Type	Weighting
Quality	Quality	70%
Financial	Price	30%

Other information

Conflicts assessment prepared/revised

Yes

Procedure

Procedure type

Open procedure

Contracting authority