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Published 26 Jan 2021, 12:32 GMT

Official UK procurement notice

Cornwall Cluster 8 ~ Catering Services Tender

Official notice

Authority: Celtic Cross Education·Consortium: 6 public authorities

6 lotsServicesRestricted procedure
Published estimate£1,787,000total for 6 lots
Submissions closed 26 Feb 2021awarded 25 Jun 2021
Awarded to Compass Contract Services (UK) Ltd +2 more6 awards
Contract term 5 yrsends 31 Aug 2026 · starts 1 Sept 2021

What is being bought6 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for Cornwall Cluster 8. This is a lotted, collaborative tender project for Schools and Trusts across Cornwall.

CPV: School catering services

Lots and requirements (6)Procurement structure

6 lots · all with a published value (£9,112,000 together)
Lot #1Celtic Cross EducationAwarded 5 yrsPublished value£1,787,000

LOT 1

Celtic Cross Education (11 Schools):

Bishop Bronescombe C of E School

Grampound Road Village C of E Primary School

Grampound with Creed C of E Primary School

Ladock C of E Primary School

Lerryn C of E Primary School

Marchamchurch C of E Primary School

St Mabyn C of E Primary School

St Petroc’s C of E Primary School

St Tudy C of E Primary School

St Winnow C of E Primary School

Veryan C of E Primary School

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 1 September 2021 and concluding on 31 August 2024, with the potential to extend for a further period of two years. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements. The successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are a mix of inhouse and outsourced support, TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

The Cluster also wises to achieve as a result of this tender process;

1.Experienced and insightful contract management to promote good levels of communication and engagement with each School and Trusts.

2.Well-trained catering teams at each school, with a focus by the successful contractor on both craft training and customer service.

3.The provision of a healthy balanced menu that meets nutritional guidelines and is enjoyed by our students.

4.Innovation and flexibility, with the ability to introduce within the menu current “food trends” and recommend new service initiatives to keep school meals exciting.

5.An effective marketing campaign MAC that is suitable and appropriate for each school that should be promoted effectively to both pupils and parents alike,

6.There needs to be total transparency with accounts that are clear and easy to understand.

7.To achieve overall value for money is an objective of this tender – However please note that the Cluster is not obliged to accept the lowest price and the contract award will be in line with the marking matrix published within the tender specification where an overall focus will be given to food quality and innovation of the catering offer as well the management support. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: litmustms.co.uk/respond/6UTMB2946K ↗

Contract period: 1 Sept 2021 – 31 Aug 2026 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #2Cubert SchoolAwarded 5 yrsPublished value£271,000

LOT 2

Cubert School

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 1 September 2021 and concluding on 31 August 2024, with the potential to extend for a further period of two years. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements. The successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are a mix of inhouse and outsourced support, TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

The Cluster also wises to achieve as a result of this tender process;

1.Experienced and insightful contract management to promote good levels of communication and engagement with each School and Trusts.

2.Well-trained catering teams at each school, with a focus by the successful contractor on both craft training and customer service.

3.The provision of a healthy balanced menu that meets nutritional guidelines and is enjoyed by our students.

4.Innovation and flexibility, with the ability to introduce within the menu current “food trends” and recommend new service initiatives to keep school meals exciting.

5.An effective marketing campaign MAC that is suitable and appropriate for each school that should be promoted effectively to both pupils and parents alike,

6.There needs to be total transparency with accounts that are clear and easy to understand.

7.To achieve overall value for money is an objective of this tender – However please note that the Cluster is not obliged to accept the lowest price and the contract award will be in line with the marking matrix published within the tender specification where an overall focus will be given to food quality and innovation of the catering offer as well the management support. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: litmustms.co.uk/respond/86M63DFW33 ↗

Contract period: 1 Sept 2021 – 31 Aug 2026 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #3Mounts Bay AcademyAwarded 5 yrsPublished value£1,144,000

LOT 3

Mounts Bay Academy

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 1 September 2021 and concluding on 31 August 2024, with the potential to extend for a further period of two years. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements. The successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are a mix of inhouse and outsourced support, TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

The Cluster also wises to achieve as a result of this tender process;

1.Experienced and insightful contract management to promote good levels of communication and engagement with each School and Trusts.

2.Well-trained catering teams at each school, with a focus by the successful contractor on both craft training and customer service.

3.The provision of a healthy balanced menu that meets nutritional guidelines and is enjoyed by our students.

4.Innovation and flexibility, with the ability to introduce within the menu current “food trends” and recommend new service initiatives to keep school meals exciting.

5.An effective marketing campaign MAC that is suitable and appropriate for each school that should be promoted effectively to both pupils and parents alike,

6.There needs to be total transparency with accounts that are clear and easy to understand.

7.To achieve overall value for money is an objective of this tender – However please note that the Cluster is not obliged to accept the lowest price and the contract award will be in line with the marking matrix published within the tender specification where an overall focus will be given to food quality and innovation of the catering offer as well the management support. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: litmustms.co.uk/respond/F2BA82ZSJY ↗

Contract period: 1 Sept 2021 – 31 Aug 2026 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #4Rainbow Multi Academy TrustAwarded 5 yrsPublished value£1,239,000

LOT 4

Rainbow Multi Academy Trust (4 Schools)

Penponds School

St Meriadoc Infant School

St Meriadoc Junior School

Troon Community School

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 1 September 2021 and concluding on 31 August 2024, with the potential to extend for a further period of two years. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements. The successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are a mix of inhouse and outsourced support, TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

The Cluster also wises to achieve as a result of this tender process;

1.Experienced and insightful contract management to promote good levels of communication and engagement with each School and Trusts.

2.Well-trained catering teams at each school, with a focus by the successful contractor on both craft training and customer service.

3.The provision of a healthy balanced menu that meets nutritional guidelines and is enjoyed by our students.

4.Innovation and flexibility, with the ability to introduce within the menu current “food trends” and recommend new service initiatives to keep school meals exciting.

5.An effective marketing campaign MAC that is suitable and appropriate for each school that should be promoted effectively to both pupils and parents alike,

6.There needs to be total transparency with accounts that are clear and easy to understand.

7.To achieve overall value for money is an objective of this tender – However please note that the Cluster is not obliged to accept the lowest price and the contract award will be in line with the marking matrix published within the tender specification where an overall focus will be given to food quality and innovation of the catering offer as well the management support. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: litmustms.co.uk/respond/WM3SS3YRH5 ↗

Contract period: 1 Sept 2021 – 31 Aug 2026 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #5St Day & Carharrack SchoolAwarded 5 yrsPublished value£195,000

LOT 5

St Day & Carharrack School

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 1 September 2021 and concluding on 31 August 2024, with the potential to extend for a further period of two years. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements. The successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are a mix of inhouse and outsourced support, TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

The Cluster also wises to achieve as a result of this tender process;

1.Experienced and insightful contract management to promote good levels of communication and engagement with each School and Trusts.

2.Well-trained catering teams at each school, with a focus by the successful contractor on both craft training and customer service.

3.The provision of a healthy balanced menu that meets nutritional guidelines and is enjoyed by our students.

4.Innovation and flexibility, with the ability to introduce within the menu current “food trends” and recommend new service initiatives to keep school meals exciting.

5.An effective marketing campaign MAC that is suitable and appropriate for each school that should be promoted effectively to both pupils and parents alike,

6.There needs to be total transparency with accounts that are clear and easy to understand.

7.To achieve overall value for money is an objective of this tender – However please note that the Cluster is not obliged to accept the lowest price and the contract award will be in line with the marking matrix published within the tender specification where an overall focus will be given to food quality and innovation of the catering offer as well the management support. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: litmustms.co.uk/respond/P8T6BB7383 ↗

Contract period: 1 Sept 2021 – 31 Aug 2026 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #6Truro & Penwith Academy TrustAwarded 5 yrsPublished value£4,476,000

LOT 6

Truro & Penwith Academy Trust (13 Schools)

Alverton Primary School

Cape Cornwall School

Gulval School

Hayle Academy

Liskeard-Hillfort Primary School

Nancledra School

Pendeen School

Pensans CP School

Perranporth CP School

Sennen Primary School

St Dennis Primary Academy

St Erth School

St Ives School

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 1 September 2021 and concluding on 31 August 2024, with the potential to extend for a further period of two years. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements. The successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are a mix of inhouse and outsourced support, TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

The Cluster also wises to achieve as a result of this tender process;

1.Experienced and insightful contract management to promote good levels of communication and engagement with each School and Trusts.

2.Well-trained catering teams at each school, with a focus by the successful contractor on both craft training and customer service.

3.The provision of a healthy balanced menu that meets nutritional guidelines and is enjoyed by our students.

4.Innovation and flexibility, with the ability to introduce within the menu current “food trends” and recommend new service initiatives to keep school meals exciting.

5.An effective marketing campaign MAC that is suitable and appropriate for each school that should be promoted effectively to both pupils and parents alike,

6.There needs to be total transparency with accounts that are clear and easy to understand.

7.To achieve overall value for money is an objective of this tender – However please note that the Cluster is not obliged to accept the lowest price and the contract award will be in line with the marking matrix published within the tender specification where an overall focus will be given to food quality and innovation of the catering offer as well the management support. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: litmustms.co.uk/respond/78Z7S4ZY79 ↗

Contract period: 1 Sept 2021 – 31 Aug 2026 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record · publisher note attached
Procedure method
Restricted procedure
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Services
Notice status
Awarded
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Stand-alone contract (no framework)
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
No (one-off requirement)
First published
26 Jan 2021, 12:32 GMT
Last source update
30 Dec 2021, 16:05 GMT
FTS notice number
2021/S 000-032467
Classification (CPV)
School catering services
Delivery area
South West (UKK3)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-028d54 Find a Tender

Publisher note: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. To view this notice, please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=652999754 GO Reference: GO-20211222-PRO-19434363

How it was run

Official notice
Submission deadline
26 Feb 2021, 12:00 GMT
Submission channel
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Accepted languages
en

Timeline

26 Feb 2021 → 30 Dec 2021 · 4 dates
  1. Submission deadline
    26 Feb 2021, 12:00 GMT
  2. Invitations to tender expected
    22 Mar 2021
  3. Contract starts
    1 Sept 2021, 00:00 BST
  4. Notice published
    30 Dec 2021, 16:05 GMT

Notice history

1 event · 2 releases on Find a Tender
  1. Status changed to complete
    30 Dec 2021, 16:05 GMT

Commercial outcome & contract awards

Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast
Awards 6
Awarded value £9,118,9696 contracts exc. VAT
Bids received 24
Contracts signed 6latest 25 Jun 2021

Contracts

Bid statistics published by the authority

LotBidsSMEVCSEValid bid range
1 · Celtic Cross Education4bids · 4 electronic———
2 · Cubert School4bids · 4 electronic———
3 · Mounts Bay Academy4bids · 4 electronic———
4 · Rainbow Multi Academy Trust4bids · 4 electronic———
5 · St Day & Carharrack School4bids · 4 electronic———
6 · Truro & Penwith Academy Trust4bids · 4 electronic———

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

6 public bodies on the notice

Celtic Cross Education

Contracting authorityBody governed by public lawEducation United Kingdom Unit 15 Victoria Trading Estate, Victoria Business Park, Roche, St Austell, South West, PL26 8LXContact email, phone Published organisation website ↗

Consortium members and other public bodies

  • Cubert SchoolContracting authority Cornwall, South WestContact email, phone
  • Mounts Bay AcademyContracting authority Penzance, South WestContact email, phone
  • Rainbow Multi Academy TrustContracting authority Cornwall, South WestContact email, phone
  • St Day & Carharrack SchoolContracting authority Cornwall, South WestContact email, phone
  • Truro & Penwith Academy TrustContracting authority Cornwall, South WestContact email, phone

Bidders & participating suppliers

4 commercial parties on the notice

Official documents & specifications (2)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Tender pack and attachments

  • Economic and financial selection criteriatenderEconomic and financial selection criteria
  • Technical selection criteriatenderTechnical selection criteria