Scope
Description
The Contract is to provide BBCET and its community of children with consistently high-quality food services that meet nutritional standards and support the wellbeing of all recipients. The awarded Supplier(s) are to work in partnership with BBCET in line with the following principles:
Transparency: Operate with transparency, ensuring that all the actions, decisions, services and processes related to the Contract are open and easily understood.
Assurance: Provide accurate information and assurance that the services delivered meet the agreed-upon standards and specifications.
Efficiency: Adhere to agreed-upon timelines to ensure that the Contract progresses smoothly and meets deadlines.
Communication and Engagement: Maintain open and effective communication and engagement with BBCET and individual schools, addressing concerns and providing updates on progress on a timely basis.
Knowledgeable: Demonstrate expertise in their field and be open to considering and incorporating different ideas or approaches that may benefit BBCET, individual schools and the children.
Proactive Approach: Proactive stance in identifying and addressing potential issues or challenges.
Escalation: Clear escalation procedures in place for resolving any disputes, issues, or conflicts that may arise.
Continuous Improvement: Commit to a culture of continuous improvement, striving to enhance processes, technologies, and services throughout the Contract.
Adaptability: Demonstrate a supportive and flexible approach in working with the BBCET and individual schools. This includes being adaptable to changing requirements, addressing needs promptly, and offering assistance when necessary.
Service Delivery: A commitment to delivering high-quality services and adhere to established quality standards and benchmarks.
Total value (estimated)
- £10,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2028
- Possible extension to 31 August 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
Contract commencing 01st September 2026 for 2 years with the option to extend for a further 3 * 12 month periods (subject to satisfactory performance), with a final potential end date of 31st August 2031.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 55000000 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Newcastle West and North
Description
Provision of outsourced catering services for the schools identified within Newcastle West and North
Lot value (estimated)
- £4,500,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Lot 2 - North Tyneside and Newcastle East
Description
Provision of outsourced catering services to the schools identified in North Tyneside and Newcastle East
Lot value (estimated)
- £4,500,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Lot 3 - St Stephens and St Bartholomew's
Description
Provision of outsourced catering to St Stephens and St Bartholomew's schools
Lot value (estimated)
- £1,000,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Newcastle West and North
Lot 2. Lot 2 - North Tyneside and Newcastle East
Lot 3. Lot 3 - St Stephens and St Bartholomew's
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
17 December 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
16 January 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Please create an account on Cimple platform then search for the opportunity to gain access to the documentation
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
20 February 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 55% |
| Price | Price | 45% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Utilities
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://cimple.uk/detail/498211
Technical specifications to be met
https://cimple.uk/detail/498211
Contracting authority
BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Companies House: 07841435
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRYP-4191-GBXY
Sacred Heart Catholic High School
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE4 9YH
United Kingdom
Email: finance@bishopbewickcet.org
Region: UKC22 - Tyneside
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.
VALUE MATCH SERVICES LTD
Summary of their role in this procurement: The Contracting Authority have appointed Value Match Services to act as the delivery partner for this project as part of its wider shared service, from sourcing activity through to ongoing management and assurance of its appointed Suppliers.
- Companies House: 08522031
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXYJ-6338-PQDD
Dee House
Chester
CH3 5UU
United Kingdom
Email: Lindsay.Rosul@value-match.co.uk
Website: https://www.value-match.co.uk/
Region: UKD63 - Cheshire West and Chester