The Trust invites expressions of interest from suitably qualified catering providers for the provision of school catering services across nine schools within the Trust (based in Plymouth, Torquay and Newton Abbott). Current value of contract is £850,000. The contract will include: • Daily pupil meal provision • Free School Meal provision • Hospitality services • Nutritional compliance • Sustainability objectives • Social value commitments The procurement will be conducted under the Competitive Flexible Procedure in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. Interested suppliers must demonstrate: • Relevant education sector experience • Financial stability • Appropriate insurances • Safeguarding compliance • Food safety management systems • TUPE experience The estimated contract commencement date is 1 April 2027.

Renewal: If service provision meets standard and KPIs are met, we would consider extending the contract. Award criteria: Service Quality 30% Assess: -Menu quality -Pupil engagement -FSM strategy -Staffing model -Customer service -Allergy management Commercial Proposal 25% Mobilisation & TUPE 10% Assess: - TUPE management - Staff training - Parent communications - Implementation planning Social Value 15% Assess: - Local employment - Apprenticeships - Community engagement - Educational activities Sustainability 15% Assess: - Food miles - Carbon reduction - Food waste reduction - Packaging Innovation & Added Value 5%

Procurement Act 2023

Below threshold - open competition

Light touch

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Bidding documents: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-24087