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Provision of Outsourced Catering Services

Awarded to Baxterstorey

SRUC(buyer)

Published
Published 13 February 2026
Deadline
Closed 27 March 2026

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Overview

SRUC is procuring outsourced catering services valued at approximately £1.75 million to deliver across their operations. The service must be financially sustainable, enhance the student experience, and support the institution's long-term strategic objectives while providing value for money. The tender is currently in evaluation with a submission deadline of 27 March 2026.

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Lots (5)

  • Craibstone Campus, Aberdeen

    Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) is seeking a catering partner to deliver a modern, high quality and financially sustainable service at Craibstone Campus. The contract aims to transition from a subsidised arrangement to a nil cost or low subsidy model, with potential for profit share, while supporting healthy eating, sustainability and an enhanced student experience. The service must be commercially robust and technology enabled, delivering innovation, operational efficiency and best industry practice in line with SRUC’s strategic objectives.

    Won by Baxterstorey
  • Elmwood Campus, Cupar

    Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) is seeking a catering partner to deliver a modern, high quality and financially sustainable service at Elmwood Campus. The contract aims to transition from a subsidised arrangement to a nil cost or low subsidy model, with potential for profit share, while supporting healthy eating, sustainability and an enhanced student experience. The service must be commercially robust and technology enabled, delivering innovation, operational efficiency and best industry practice in line with SRUC’s strategic objectives.

    Won by Baxterstorey
  • Oatridge Campus, Broxburn

    Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) is seeking a catering partner to deliver a modern, high quality and financially sustainable service at Oatridge Campus. The contract aims to transition from a subsidised arrangement to a nil cost or low subsidy model, with potential for profit share, while supporting healthy eating, sustainability and an enhanced student experience. The service must be commercially robust and technology enabled, delivering innovation, operational efficiency and best industry practice in line with SRUC’s strategic objectives.

    Won by Baxterstorey
  • Kings Buildings Campus, Edinburgh

    Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) is seeking a catering partner to deliver a modern, high quality and financially sustainable service at King's Buildings Campus. The contract aims to transition from a subsidised arrangement to a nil cost or low subsidy model, with potential for profit share, while supporting healthy eating, sustainability and an enhanced student experience. The service must be commercially robust and technology enabled, delivering innovation, operational efficiency and best industry practice in line with SRUC’s strategic objectives.

    Won by Baxterstorey
  • Barony Campus, Dumfries

    Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) is seeking a catering partner to deliver a modern, high quality and financially sustainable service at Barony Campus. The contract aims to transition from a subsidised arrangement to a nil cost or low subsidy model, with potential for profit share, while supporting healthy eating, sustainability and an enhanced student experience. The service must be commercially robust and technology enabled, delivering innovation, operational efficiency and best industry practice in line with SRUC’s strategic objectives.

    Won by Baxterstorey

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Services
Estimated value
£1,750,000
Procedure
Open
Published
13 February 2026
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Canteen and catering services

Award outcome

Awarded value
£563,094
Award date
5 July 2026
Contract period
— → 9 June 2031
Winner
  • Baxterstorey

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Notice history

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  1. Contract

    9 September 2026

  2. Tender Update

    13 March 2026

  3. Contract Notice

    13 February 2026

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