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University of Winchester - Catering Services

Awarded to Aramark Limited

UNIVERSITY OF WINCHESTER(buyer)

Published
Published 12 February 2026
Deadline
Closed 2 April 2026

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Overview

The University of Winchester has awarded a catering services contract to Aramark Limited, valued at approximately £9.8 million. The contract requires the supplier to deliver catering provision across the university's facilities in a collaborative partnership, bringing innovation and sector expertise while reflecting the institution's academic standards and community values to enhance the experience of students, staff, and visitors.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Services
Estimated value
£9,800,000
Procedure
Open procedure
Rules
Procurement Act 2023
SME suitable
Yes
Published
12 February 2026
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Catering services

Award outcome

Award date
11 May 2026
Contract period
31 July 2026 → 31 July 2031
Contract length
5 years
Could run to
31 July 2033
Bids received
3
Winner
  • Aramark Limited

This contract ends on 31 July 2031, or 31 July 2033 if every extension is used.

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About the winner

Aramark Limited

Based in
London
Public contracts won
22
Across UK and EU notices

No other contract from UNIVERSITY OF WINCHESTER under this supplier name in Skim's records.

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Competition and scoring

Bids received

3

0 from SMEs

Open and restricted tenders in Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services drew a median of 4 bids over the last 24 months; 10% received only one.

Who bid

  • Aramark LimitedWinner
  • BAXTERSTOREY LIMITED
  • ELIOR UK PLC

How bids were scored

Price 30% · Quality 70%

  • Quality70%
  • Financial30%

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Market context

Typical award in Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

£745,119

Median of 920 awards in the last 24 months

UNIVERSITY OF WINCHESTER in the last 12 months

15

contracts awarded, worth £1,146,295 in total

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Notice history

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  1. Contract

    12 May 2026

  2. Tender Update

    13 February 2026

  3. Contract Notice

    12 February 2026

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