Scope
Reference
PP-10154
Description
Procurement description: Ricards Lodge is a girls secondary school in Wimbledon, South West London with 1400 pupils and a mixed sixth form. Ricards Lodge High School believe that food plays a vital role in supporting student attendance, engagement, and overall wellbeing. We are seeking a catering partner that not only provides high-quality, nutritious meals but also shares our values of inclusivity, student welfare, and continuous innovation. Our ideal catering partner will: Promote Wellbeing & Attendance - By offering balanced, appealing, and nutritious meals, the catering service should encourage students to enjoy their school lunches, reducing absences linked to poor diet and lack of engagement with food. Initiatives such as themed food days, breakfast clubs, and increased interaction between the school and the Chef, can help ensure every student has access to meals that fuel learning. Embrace Innovation - The school encourage creative menu planning that introduces students to new, exciting, and healthy food choices while considering sustainability, seasonality, and reducing food waste. Reflect Our School's Cultural Diversity - The school community is enriched by a wide range of cultural backgrounds, and they want their catering service to celebrate this diversity. Menus should offer culturally appropriate meals, including vegetarian, halal, and allergen-friendly options, ensuring all students feel included and represented. The school also value opportunities for themed cultural food events that educate and engage students in different global cuisines. Work in Partnership with the School - The catering provider should collaborate with staff, students, and parents to continually refine and improve the service. Regular feedback mechanisms, tasting sessions, and involvement in school initiatives-such as healthy eating campaigns or wellbeing programs-will help strengthen the connection between food, education, and student success. There is no LGPS. Further information on the Client's requirements can be found at Attachment 1a Client Data and Attachment 1b Specification. The Contract period will be for 3 years initially, with the option to extend for two further one-year periods at the discretion of the Client.
Contract 1. PP-10154 Ricards Lodge High School Catering
Supplier
Contract value
- £2,667,821.17 excluding VAT
- £3,201,385.40 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
1 September 2025
Contract dates
- 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2028
- Possible extension to 31 August 2030
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
Option to extend for two further one-year periods at the discretion of the Client.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 15894210 - School meals
- 55523100 - School-meal services
- 55524000 - School catering services
Contract locations
- UKJ25 - West Surrey
Justification for not setting key performance indicators
Contract is under £5 million
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Supplier
CUCINA RESTAURANTS LIMITED
- Companies House: 05655703
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PCRX-2981-XMVH
St Andrews House
Woking
GU21 6EB
United Kingdom
Email: Tenders@impactfood.co.uk
Website: http://www.impactfood.co.uk
Region: UKJ25 - West Surrey
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. PP-10154 Ricards Lodge High School Catering
Contracting authority
Ricards Lodge High School
- UK Register of Learning Providers (UKPRN number): 10017432
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PCQN-2857-MZWP
Lake Road
Wimbledon
SW19 7HB
United Kingdom
Region: UKI63 - Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
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.
PLACE GROUP LIMITED
Summary of their role in this procurement: Procurement Agent on behalf of client
- Companies House: 04395705
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLHB-8161-HPGD
The Regent
Penzance
TR18 4AE
United Kingdom
Email: contact@place-group.com
Website: http://www.place-group.com
Region: UKK30 - Cornwall and Isles of Scilly