Published date: 10 March 2026
Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.
Contract summary
Industry
School meals - 15894210
Location of contract
South West
Value of contract
£15,000,000
Procurement reference
LAT_CATERING_PFS2026
Published date
10 March 2026
Closing date
17 April 2026
Closing time
5pm
Contract start date
1 August 2026
Contract end date
31 July 2030
Contract type
Service contract
Procedure type
Open procedure (above threshold)
Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.
This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
No
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
No
Description
The Learning Academies Trust, comprising 18 academies across Plymouth, is seeking to appoint a professional and experienced catering contractor to deliver high-quality catering services across its schools. The Trust is looking for a provider with a strong track record of managing catering operations of a similar scale within the education sector and the capability to deliver consistent, nutritious, and appealing food for pupils and staff.
Through this tender process, the Trust aims to enhance its catering provision by partnering with a contractor who shares its commitment to high food standards, excellent service delivery, and continuous improvement. The successful provider will be expected to demonstrate effective management structures, robust quality assurance processes, and an innovative approach to menu development that supports healthy eating and a positive dining experience across all academies
The daily combined average uptake is 5.6k meals.
There are 63 staff where LGPS applies.
To access the tender pack, please contact our procurement consultant Mr. Mike Newell at mnewell@procurementforschools.com
More information
Additional text
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To access the tender pack, please contact our procurement consultant Mr. Mike Newell at mnewell@procurementforschools.com
How to apply
Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.
About the buyer
Contact name
Mr. Mike Newell
Address
Learning Academies Trust
Salisbury Road
Plymouth
PL4 8QZ
England
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