Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
The Latymer School C/o SSC Partnership Limited
Hamilton House 12 Nelson Street
Southend-On-sea
SS1 1EF
procurement@sscpartnership.co.uk
Telephone
+44 1702338880
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKH31 - Southend-on-Sea
Internet address(es)
Main address
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sscpartnership
Buyer's address
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sscpartnership
one.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sscpartnership
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sscpartnership
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted to the above-mentioned address
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
The Latymer School - Catering Services
Reference number
SSC LHS CTR 09_24
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 55524000 - School catering services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
SSC Partnership (an Agent) on behalf of The Latymer School are currently out to tender for the provision of catering services.Suppliers that would like to take part in this tender process are invited to Express Interest upon which the will be given access to the full tender documentation delivery through this e-tendering system.When the tender documents have been made available involved suppliers will receive notification via email and the tender documents can be accessed from the My Tenders area of this website and selecting the View Details button of this project.The deadline for submissions of the tender will be 14th June 2024.Company site visits are planned to take place on 23rd May 2024 at 12.10pm.Please allow sufficient time to make your return as late returns will not be permitted.Any questions relating to this tender should be made via correspondence on the website and can be addressed to the main contact as shown in the details above.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 55524000 - School catering services
- 55500000 - Canteen and catering services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKI54 - Enfield
Main site or place of performance
The Latymer SchoolLatymer Secondary SchoolHaselbury RoadLondonN9 9TN
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The Procurement is being run under the open procedure, which is a formal bidding procedure, under which the contract is advertised, and all interested organisations/consortium can bid. This ITT provides further details of the proposal and process for submitting Bids.The Tenderer shall prepare and submit its tender considering the entire tender package. The requirements for a valid submission of tenders are outlined in the tender documentation including the scope of works and specification of service.Tender submissions should clearly demonstrate:A thorough understanding of the Scope of WorkAbility to deliver the services required in line with all TUPE information, and have a flexible approachTechnical expertise and relevant experienceBest value for moneySuitability for the undertaking of the work.Procedures and practices which will be utilised to ensure quality and compliance with the specification.Arrangements will be made for Tenderers to visit The Latymer School and view the current facilities to obtain a better understanding of the layout and any other relevant information to help in putting together tender bids. The site visit is planned to take place on 23rd May 2024 at 12.10pm. Tenderers should limit their attendance to two representatives. Tenderers will not be able to take photographs during site visits without the consent of the Client. Please register for the site visit through the correspondence functionality on the tendering portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sscpartnership), including the name and roles of the representatives who will be attending by no later than 12 noon, 22nd May 2024Tenders will be evaluated using a method known as MEAT (most economically advantageous tender). There will be mandatory and desirable requirements.Mandatory requirements are stipulations which must be present, or the tender will be eliminated from the evaluation.Desirable characteristics are elements of the tender which are to be scored by the Client.Tenders and all associated documents must be submitted electronically via the e tendering portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sscpartnership. Tenderers that are not registered will need to complete the supplier's application. If there are any issues with the access or submission of documents Tenderers can contact the In-Tend Support team at support@in-tend.co.uk or on 0845 557 8079 / +44 (0) 114 407 0065.The Latymer School is an 11-18 (years) mixed, community, comprehensive school with a long history of providing a high-quality education to the communities of Enfield. A large organisation with over 1350 students, and around 200 staff, the school benefits from nearby transport links to the A10 and A406.Food is a central influence on health and wellbeing, and it is crucial for children's development. School food must be tasty, nourishing and meet the dietary needs of all children, whilst remaining accessible to all. It is the intent of the school to offer a good value meal service to pupils and staff. The school require a separate provision for the 6th form, offering an all-day service, providing a range of suitable snacks and beverages that are appealing and priced to retain patronage throughout the day.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 September 2024
End date
31 August 2027
This contract is subject to renewal
No
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.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
List and brief description of conditions
Full details are specified within the Tender documentation, including but not limited to insurance levels, accreditation's and staffing requirements.
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
three.2) Conditions related to the contract
three.2.2) Contract performance conditions
Key Performance Indicators and details of ongoing management and monitoring are included within the draft contract.
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
Date
14 June 2024
Local time
12:00pm
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
Tender must be valid until: 15 January 2025
four.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date
14 June 2024
Local time
12:01pm
Place
12 Nelson Street, Southend-On-Sea, SS1 1EF.
Section six. Complementary information
six.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Public Procurement Review Service
London
Country
United Kingdom
six.4.3) Review procedure
Precise information on deadline(s) for review procedures
A request in writing can be issued directly to SSC by email to info@sscpartnership.co.uk. A response will be provided within 15 working days.