Invitation to Tender for the provision of Catering Services at Bishop Stopford School

Published

10 January 2026

Submission deadline

27 February 2026

Estimated value

£1,156,382

Place of performance

UKF2

Procedure

Open procedure

Lots

1

Documents

1

Notice number

002079-2026

Reference

ocds-h6vhtk-060351

Official source

Official source

CPV codes

• 15894210School meals
• 55524000School catering services

Description

Bishop Stopford School has decided to tender their catering services to investigate the financial and qualitative benefits they could be offered through this process. The contract will be awarded for a three-year duration with the option of two additional, one-year extensions. This is subject to the satisfactory performance of the work. Their preferred arrangement is for a guaranteed return of nil subsidy catering service, which operates a special agreement for VAT, but the School are open to suggestions. The quality of the service and the proposed budget for the second year 2027-28 will be reviewed three months before the expiry of the first twelve months. The School at this time reserves the right to terminate the contract should either the quality or future costs be unacceptable. Aims of the Service Bishop Stopford School wish to be at the forefront of educational catering and as such require a modern, branded offer that reflects the leading trends in the industry. At this time, the School's wish is to commence a catering contract, with a partner who shares their vision for a customer-focused service that attracts the maximum number of students. The meals that are to be pr…

Official publications

• FTS · 002079-2026 · 10 January 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What is the deadline to bid for this tender?

The submission deadline is 27 February 2026. Check the official source, as dates can be modified.

What is the estimated value of this tender?

The estimated value published by the buyer is £1,156,382.

Who is the buyer of this tender?

The contracting authority is BISHOP STOPFORD SCHOOL (United Kingdom).

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