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Provision of Outsourced Catering

Published
Published 1 December 2025
Deadline
Closed 16 January 2026

Overview

The Contract is to provide BBCET and its community of children with consistently high quality food services that meet nutritional standards and support the wellbeing of all recipients. The awarded Supplier(s) are to work in partnership with BBCET in line with the following principles: ? Transparency: Operate with transparency, ensuring that all the actions, decisions, services and processes related to the Contract are open and easily understood. ? Assurance: Provide accurate information and assurance that the services delivered meet the agreed-upon standards and specifications. ? Efficiency: Adhere to agreed-upon timelines to ensure that the Contract progresses smoothly and meets deadlines. ? Communication and Engagement: Maintain open and effective communication and engagement with BBCET and individual schools, addressing concerns and providing updates on progress on a timely basis. ? Knowledgeable: Demonstrate expertise in their field and be open to considering and incorporating different ideas or approaches that may benefit BBCET, individual schools and the children. ? Proactive Approach: Proactive stance in identifying and addressing potential issues or challenges. ? Escalation: Clear escalation procedures in place for resolving any disputes, issues, or conflicts that may arise. ? Continuous Improvement: Commit to a culture of continuous improvement, striving to enhance processes, technologies, and services throughout the Contract. ? Adaptability: Demonstrate a supportive and flexible approach in working with the BBCET and individual schools. This includes being adaptable to changing requirements, addressing needs promptly, and offering assistance when necessary. ? Service Delivery: A commitment to delivering high-quality services and adhere to established quality standards and benchmarks.

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Services
Procedure
Open
SME suitable
Yes
Published
1 December 2025
Questions by
17 December 2025
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Food, beverages, tobacco and related productsHotel, restaurant and retail trade services

Award outcome

Award date
4 March 2026
Contract period
31 August 2026 → 31 August 2028
Winner
  • ASPENS-SERVICES LIMITED

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Notice history

Every published notice in this contracting process, newest first.

  1. Contract

    4 March 2026

    View notice ↗
  2. Tender Update

    1 December 2025

    View notice ↗
  3. Contract Notice

    1 December 2025

    View notice ↗

Contracting authority

  • BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST

    Buyer

    Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom

    GB-COH: 07841435

  • VALUE MATCH SERVICES LTD

    Procuring entity

    Chester, United Kingdom

    GB-COH: 08522031

    Authority website ↗

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Awarded: Provision of Outsourced Catering — won by ASPENS-SERVICES LIMITED — Skim