Scope
Description
Mosaic School Learning Trust (MSLT) - a family of 10 schools across Bromley and Kent - is seeking a forward-thinking catering partner to help us deliver on our mission:
Achieving Excellence for Every Child, Every Day
Our vision is to power inspirational learning, develop curiosity and foster determination to succeed.
We now invite bids from catering providers who share this commitment and can partner with us to reflect our values and principles in their services.
Mosaic Schools Learning Trust (MSLT) formed in September 2024 combining Connect Schools Academy Trust & Compass Academy Trust to form a new dynamic Trust of ten strongly performing schools across Bromley and Kent. We are now seeking to appoint a single catering contractor to partner with us in order to:
•
Deliver Healthy, Balanced Menus aligned with government nutrition standards; tailored to diverse dietary needs, including allergies, cultural preferences, and special requirements.
•
Promote Inspiring & Engaging Experiences through interactive food education-building curiosity, positivity, and lifelong healthy habits.
•
Champion Sustainability & Equality by sourcing locally, minimising waste, and upholding Mosaic's commitments to Respectful, Resilient, and Resourceful values.
•
Foster Collaboration with school staff, leadership teams, and families, acting as a positive and accountable member of the Trust community.
•
Ensure Consistency and Quality across all 10 schools, from menu planning to service delivery and reporting, while accommodating each school's unique character and location.
The Trust would wish the successful contractor to review the current range of services offered and make recommendations accordingly.
The contract being tendered is for three years in duration from August 2026 to July 2029 with the options of a 2-year extension and will operate as a Guaranteed Performance Contract, with the successful Contractor offering the Trust and its schools a guaranteed return / cost per annum for the provision of catering services. Sovereignty of the cash tariff is to remain with schools for the duration of this contract.
Please see PSQ Document for more information.
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at:
https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-West-Wickham:-School-catering-services./53N2YV6Z37
To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
Total value (estimated)
- £9,628,635 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2029
- Possible extension to 31 July 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
+2
Please see PSQ document for more information.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 55524000 - School catering services
Contract locations
- UKI - London
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
16 January 2026, 12:00pm
Submission type
Tenders
Tender submission deadline
27 March 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
No
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
25 May 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Criterion 1 | Quality | 70% |
| Criterion 2 | Price | 30% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Competitive flexible procedure description
Please see PSQ Document for more information.
Contracting authority
Mosaic Schools Learning Trust
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDGT-8386-NXJJ
Mosaic Schools Learning Trust Central Office, Wickham Common Primary School, Gates Green Road
West Wickham
BR4 9DG
United Kingdom
Telephone: 01276 673896
Region: UKI61 - Bromley
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government