Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
The Consortium Academy Trust
Harland Way
Cottingham
HU16 5PX
contracts@consortiumtrust.co.uk
Telephone
+44 1482469838
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKE1 - East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Internet address(es)
Main address
https://app.panacea-software.com/consortiumtrust/
Buyer's address
https://www.consortiumtrust.co.uk/
one.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
https://app.panacea-software.com/consortiumtrust/
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
https://app.panacea-software.com/consortiumtrust/
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Other type
Education
one.5) Main activity
Education
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Catering and Hospitality Services
Reference number
CON001-CATERING
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 55524000 - School catering services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
The Consortium Academy Trust invites tenders for the full supply of catering services at 8 school sites. The tender project is seeking to appoint a Contractor whose initiative and innovation will be welcomed for the provision of service within the existing facilities for the teaching and support staff and students on roll, all of whom have a focus on the introduction of exciting new food concepts to satisfy a wide range of tastes and dietary requirements. The provision of catering services within the Schools currently includes breakfast, morning break, lunch, hospitality and free issue requirements.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £1,484,471
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 55523000 - Catering services for other enterprises or other institutions
- 55524000 - School catering services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
Main site or place of performance
Cottingham High School – Harland Way Cottingham HU16 5PX
Wolfreton High School - Well Ln, Willerby, Hull HU10 6HB
Hessle High School & Penshurst Primary - Tranby House, Heads Ln, Hessle HU13 0JQ
Holderness Academy - Station Rd, Preston, Hedon, Hull HU12 8UZ
Howden School - Derwent Rd, Howden, Goole DN14 7AL
Keyingham Primary School - 3 Russell Dr, Keyingham, Hull HU12 9RU
Croxby Primary School - Bricknell Ave, Hull HU5 4TN
Penshurst Primary School - Winthorpe Rd, Hessle HU13 9EX
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The Consortium Academy Trust is looking to appoint a Provider for the provision of Catering Services at 8 of their schools in the Hull & East Riding of Yorkshire area. The Contract being Tendered is for a three year term, from 01 August 2025 until 31 July 2028, with the option to extend the Contract term for a further term of up to two years.
The Consortium Academy Trust objectives:
• To secure a Catering service that is well managed and requires minimal involvement from the Schools’ management teams.
• To further develop the standards of a healthy, fresh food provision with a range of options to for those with dietary or ethical requirements.
• To increase the standard of service for all customers.
• To receive a consistently high-quality catering provision, via a motivated and fully Staffed workforce.
• To generate a welcoming and efficient dining and social environment for all Students.
• To receive proactive management support for the catering teams, in order to achieve and retain a full complement of motivated Staff.
• To ensure animal welfare, ethical and sustainable considerations are reflected in the food source.
• To hold regular review meetings with the chosen Supplier and ensure communication is prompt and responsive.
• To achieve overall value for money.
The Tender project is seeking to appoint a Supplier: -
• Who will be proactive in the management of the Contract.
• Who will ensure that the Catering team are enhanced moving forward into the new Contract term.
• Who will review the current range of services in place and make any additional recommendations accordingly.
• Who will enable the continued development of the Catering service.
• Whose initiative and innovation will be welcomed for the provision of Catering services within the facilities of the Trust’s Schools, resulting in a pleasant environment for both the Students and Staff.
• Who will evidence, through their bid, how they shall support and complement the Trust’s values and support the principles of Keeping Children Safe in Education.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £1,484,471
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 August 2025
End date
31 July 2028
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The option to extend the Contract term for a further term of up to two years.
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
three.2) Conditions related to the contract
three.2.3) Information about staff responsible for the performance of the contract
Obligation to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Restricted procedure
four.1.6) Information about electronic auction
An electronic auction will be used
Additional information about electronic auction
The Tender will be published through The Consortium Academy Trust procurement portal. app.panacea-software.com/consortiumtrust/
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 expressions of interest
Date
13 August 2024
Local time
12:00pm
four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
English
four.2.5) Scheduled date for start of award procedures
3 March 2025
Section six. Complementary information
six.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic ordering will be used
Electronic invoicing will be accepted
Electronic payment will be used
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
The Consortium Academy Trust
Harland Way
Cottingham
HU16 5PX
contracts@consortiumtrust.co.uk
Telephone
+44 1482469838
Country
United Kingdom