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Published 15 Nov 2021, 12:15 GMT

Official UK procurement notice

Cornwall Cluster 9 ~ Catering Tender

Official notice

Authority: Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary school (Education)·Consortium: 6 public authorities

5 lotsServicesRestricted procedure
Published estimate£1,680,470total for 5 lots
Submissions closed 24 Dec 2021
Lots 5see the lot list below
Contract term Varies by lotfirst lot 5 yrs from 1 Aug 2022 · see each lot

What is being bought5 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for Cornwall Cluster 9. This is a Lotted, collaborative tender project for the following Schools across Cornwall:

Lot 1 ~ Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School

Lot 2 ~ The Federation of Boscastle & Port Isaac Community Primary Schools

Lot 3 ~ Stithians Community Primary School

Lot 4 ~ Treleigh Community Primary School

Lot 5 ~ Penryn College

CPV: School catering services

Lots and requirements (5)Procurement structure

5 lots · all with a published value (£1,680,470 together)
Lot #1Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School 5 yrsPublished value£305,480

You have the option to bid for some or all Lots but you must specify which Lots you would like to bid.

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 August 2021 for Stithians CP School, Treleigh CP School and Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School and 1 September 2022 for Penryn College and The Federation of Boscastle & Port Isaac Schools. Each Lot will conclude after 36 months from the commencement date, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. 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 currently outsourced and 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.

Port Isaac CP School currently receives a delivered service from a School outside of this tender process and therefore the successful contractor will be required to successfully mobilise this service from a suitably local and logistical production kitchen. Furthermore, while there is a functional kitchen onsite at Boscastle CP School, the Federation would like to further the possibility of introducing a delivered service to this School, also. This would aid with cost saving and the need to refurbish the kitchen. Part of the Invitation To Tender (ITT), will offer the ability to understand your proposals or viability to provide a delivered service to the Federation.

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, as well as the students and parents to promote the uptake of meals.

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 all users of the service.

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

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

6.Due to the ongoing supply issues, use of the abundant, local supply chain within Cornwall is imperative.

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: www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/F89DXB2D84 ↗

Contract period: 1 Aug 2022 – 31 Jul 2027 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #2The Federation of Boscastle & Port Isaac Community Primary Schools 5 yrsPublished value£152,000

You have the option to bid for some or all Lots but you must specify which Lots you would like to bid.

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 August 2021 for Stithians CP School, Treleigh CP School and Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School and 1 September 2022 for Penryn College and The Federation of Boscastle & Port Isaac Schools. Each Lot will conclude after 36 months from the commencement date, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods.

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 currently outsourced and 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.

Port Isaac CP School currently receives a delivered service from a School outside of this tender process and therefore the successful contractor will be required to successfully mobilise this service from a suitably local and logistical production kitchen. Furthermore, while there is a functional kitchen onsite at Boscastle CP School, the Federation would like to further the possibility of introducing a delivered service to this School, also.

This would aid with cost saving and the need to refurbish the kitchen. Part of the Invitation To Tender (ITT), will offer the ability to understand your proposals or viability to provide a delivered service to the Federation.

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, as well as the students and parents to promote the uptake of meals.

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 all users of the service.

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

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

6.Due to the ongoing supply issues, use of the abundant, local supply chain within Cornwall is imperative.

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: www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/D8WD23STAC ↗

Contract period: 1 Sept 2022 – 31 Aug 2027 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #3Stithians Community Primary School 5 yrsPublished value£208,556

You have the option to bid for some or all Lots but you must specify which Lots you would like to bid.

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 August 2021 for Stithians CP School, Treleigh CP School and Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School and 1 September 2022 for Penryn College and The Federation of Boscastle & Port Isaac Schools. Each Lot will conclude after 36 months from the commencement date, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. 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 currently outsourced and 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.

Port Isaac CP School currently receives a delivered service from a School outside of this tender process and therefore the successful contractor will be required to successfully mobilise this service from a suitably local and logistical production kitchen. Furthermore, while there is a functional kitchen onsite at Boscastle CP School, the Federation would like to further the possibility of introducing a delivered service to this School, also. This would aid with cost saving and the need to refurbish the kitchen. Part of the Invitation To Tender (ITT), will offer the ability to understand your proposals or viability to provide a delivered service to the Federation.

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, as well as the students and parents to promote the uptake of meals.

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 all users of the service.

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

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

6.Due to the ongoing supply issues, use of the abundant, local supply chain within Cornwall is imperative.

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: www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/57W63872F4 ↗

Contract period: 1 Aug 2022 – 31 Jul 2027 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #4Treleigh Community Primary School 5 yrsPublished value£215,928

You have the option to bid for some or all Lots but you must specify which Lots you would like to bid.

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 August 2021 for Stithians CP School, Treleigh CP School and Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School and 1 September 2022 for Penryn College and The Federation of Boscastle & Port Isaac Schools. Each Lot will conclude after 36 months from the commencement date, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. 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 currently outsourced and 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.

Port Isaac CP School currently receives a delivered service from a School outside of this tender process and therefore the successful contractor will be required to successfully mobilise this service from a suitably local and logistical production kitchen. Furthermore, while there is a functional kitchen onsite at Boscastle CP School, the Federation would like to further the possibility of introducing a delivered service to this School, also. This would aid with cost saving and the need to refurbish the kitchen. Part of the Invitation To Tender (ITT), will offer the ability to understand your proposals or viability to provide a delivered service to the Federation.

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, as well as the students and parents to promote the uptake of meals.

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 all users of the service.

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

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

6.Due to the ongoing supply issues, use of the abundant, local supply chain within Cornwall is imperative.

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: www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/552E77869H ↗

Contract period: 1 Aug 2022 – 31 Jul 2027 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #5Penryn College 5 yrsPublished value£798,506

You have the option to bid for some or all Lots but you must specify which Lots you would like to bid.

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 August 2021 for Stithians CP School, Treleigh CP School and Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School and 1 September 2022 for Penryn College and The Federation of Boscastle & Port Isaac Schools. Each Lot will conclude after 36 months from the commencement date, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. 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 currently outsourced and 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.

Port Isaac CP School currently receives a delivered service from a School outside of this tender process and therefore the successful contractor will be required to successfully mobilise this service from a suitably local and logistical production kitchen. Furthermore, while there is a functional kitchen onsite at Boscastle CP School, the Federation would like to further the possibility of introducing a delivered service to this School, also. This would aid with cost saving and the need to refurbish the kitchen. Part of the Invitation To Tender (ITT), will offer the ability to understand your proposals or viability to provide a delivered service to the Federation.

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, as well as the students and parents to promote the uptake of meals.

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 all users of the service.

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

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

6.Due to the ongoing supply issues, use of the abundant, local supply chain within Cornwall is imperative.

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: www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/89689JX35S ↗

Contract period: 1 Sept 2022 – 31 Aug 2027 (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
Closed
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
15 Nov 2021, 12:15 GMT
Last source update
15 Nov 2021, 12:15 GMT
FTS notice number
2021/S 000-028450
Classification (CPV)
School catering services
Delivery area
South West (UKK3)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-02f691 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. It will be the supplier's responsibility to obtain any necessary documents in order to submit a response by the closing date and time. The contracting authority reserves the right not to award any or part of the contract which is the subject of this contract notice and reserves the right to terminate the procurement process at any time. The contracting authority will not be liable for any costs incurred by those expressing an interest in tendering for this contract opportunity. The contracting authority will consider variant bids, evaluating them (so far as the variant or the evaluation of the variant is in the opinion of the contracting authority practicable) on the same basis as a conforming bid, but shall not be obliged to accept any such bid in preference to a conforming bid even if the variant bid scores more highly. No variant will be considered unless the bidder simultaneously submits a conforming bid. To view this notice, please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=643189223 GO Reference: GO-20211115-PRO-19234706

How it was run

Official notice
Submission deadline
24 Dec 2021, 12:00 GMT
Submission channel
{"written"}
Accepted languages
en

Timeline

15 Nov 2021 → 1 Aug 2022 · 4 dates
  1. Notice published
    15 Nov 2021, 12:15 GMT
  2. Submission deadline
    24 Dec 2021, 12:00 GMT
  3. Invitations to tender expected
    7 Feb 2022
  4. Contract starts
    1 Aug 2022, 00:00 BST

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

6 public bodies on the notice

Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary school

Contracting authorityEducationBody governed by public lawEducation Lynher Drive, Saltash, Cornwall, South West, PL12 4PAContact email, phone Published organisation website ↗

Consortium members and other public bodies

  • Boscastle Community Primary SchoolContracting authority Cornwall, South WestContact email
  • Penryn CollegeContracting authority Cornwall, South WestContact email
  • Port Isaac Community Primary SchoolsContracting authority Cornwall, South WestContact email
  • Stithians Community Primary SchoolContracting authority Cornwall, South WestContact email
  • Treleigh Community Primary SchoolContracting authority Cornwall, South WestContact email

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