003625 - Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) for the Provision of Meals at Aycliffe Secure Centre
Buyer: Durham County Council
- Published
- 23 September 2026
- Estimated value
- £2,000,000
- Place of performance
- UKC14
- Lots
- 1
- Notice number
- 090139-2026
- Reference
- ocds-h6vhtk-07789d
- Official source
- Official source
CPV codes
- 15894210School meals
- 55523000Catering services for other enterprises or other institutions
Description
Durham County Council is seeking market engagement in relation to a future contract for the provision of a fully managed catering service at Aycliffe Secure Centre, a secure children's home accommodating up to 34 young people aged 10-18 years. The service will operate seven days per week, 365 days per year and will include the planning, preparation and delivery of nutritious meals for young people and staff. The catering service will include the provision of a daily two course lunch and evening meal service, with at least a choice of two main dishes for an agreed contract meal price, plus a management fee. In addition, the provider will also provide a weekend brunch provision (instead of lunch), special dietary and allergen management, menu development, themed and cultural food events, packed lunches, hospitality catering and ongoing engagement with young people to help shape food offerings. The successful provider will be responsible for kitchen operations, staffing, food safety compliance, safeguarding requirements, supply chain management, sustainability initiatives, performance monitoring and contract management. The Council is seeking a proactive and flexible provider capable …
Official publications
- FTS · 090139-2026 · 23 September 2026
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