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Catering & food
Public sector contract notices in catering & food, from Find a Tender and Contracts Finder.
Catering services and food supply: CPV divisions 55 and 15. Contract catering, school meals, hospitality and event catering, vending, and the supply of food and drink.
Catering contracts state the standards they expect, and those are usually where a bid is won or lost: food hygiene rating, allergen management, nutritional standards for schools and hospitals, and increasingly the provenance of the food itself. Where an existing caterer is being replaced, staff may transfer under TUPE, which changes the cost of the contract before any menu is priced. Supply contracts run the other way, on delivery days, minimum order values and the ability to hold a price for the term.
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Nutritional Products Framework
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust is establishing a framework for supply of nutritional products, devices, consumables and associated services to the HSC across Northern Ireland. The contract runs for four years with potential extensions.
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School Catering Services Framework Agreement
Moorlands Learning Trust is establishing a framework agreement for school catering services across North and West Yorkshire. Ten primary schools are initial call-off bodies, with the framework open to other educational establishments in the region.
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CPU7343 - Homelessness Prevention Services - Open Framework
Nottingham City Council is establishing a two-lot framework for homelessness prevention services. Lot 1 covers accommodation-based services including emergency housing and supported accommodation; Lot 2 covers community-based services including advice, outreach, prevention and resettlement support.
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Catering Provision Review
The National Army Museum wants to appoint a specialist catering advisor to review its current onsite catering and support commercial development and visitor experience improvements.
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T26/27-034 Mobile Vendors to trade in various Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council sites
Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council is appointing mobile food and beverage vendors to operate across nine parks and playing fields in their area. Vendors will serve visitors to parks, including families at play areas, dog walkers, sports groups, and park run participants.
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Provision of Temporary Emergency Accommodation (East Lothian Council)
East Lothian Council needs a flexible purchasing arrangement for hotel and B&B rooms to house homeless individuals and households on a per-night basis. The council will book rooms as needed with no operational responsibility.
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Invitation To Tender for The Supply & Distribution of Hot Pasta & Sauce Bar Concept
Bolton Impact Trust is establishing a framework agreement for supply and distribution of hot pasta and sauce bars. The framework is open to all UK public sector organisations including government departments, NHS bodies, local authorities, educational establishments and others.
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Interim Accommodation S188
Norwich City Council needs to provide interim S188 accommodation for homeless and vulnerable people. This is a £2.5m contract to supply a range of short-stay furnished accommodation.
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Barnet Schools Cluster - Catering Tender apr27
Educo is tendering catering services for four primary schools in the London Borough of Barnet. This is stage 1 of a two-stage competitive process to gauge interest.
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Search Education Trust - Catering Tender
Catering services for two secondary schools in Haringey: Heartlands High School and The Grove School, both part of Search Education Trust. Contract value £2.336m over the contract term.
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Provision of Foods and Beverages: Ambient, Chilled, and Frozen
Norse Commercial Services is procuring ambient, chilled, and frozen foods and beverages for its catering operations across three regions. The supply will serve education, healthcare, workplace, corporate, hospitality and leisure establishments, with education being the primary sector.
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T26-125CRO Informal Catering for Mayoral Events
Derry City and Strabane District Council needs a caterer for informal mayoral events held mainly at the Guildhall and Harbour House in Derry. Numbers and catering style will vary by event.
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Ready Meal Containers and Sealing Film
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust is seeking suppliers of ready meal containers and sealing film for delivery across Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. This is a high-value, multi-year supply contract.
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Catering Services
Connect Academy Trust is seeking a catering provider for nine schools across Plymouth, Torquay and Newton Abbot. Services include daily pupil meals, free school meals, hospitality, and must meet nutritional and sustainability standards.
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Provision of Site Management at Ellen Ridge Gypsy Traveller Site
Newport City Council wants a site manager for Ellen Ridge, a gypsy and traveller site in Newport. The role runs for 5 years from April 2027, with an optional 1-year extension.
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Danes Educational Trust
Danes Educational Trust wants a catering partner to run food services across 13 schools (6 primary, 7 secondary). They're looking for fresh, nutritious menus that meet School Food Standards and want innovation in the dining experience.
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Ice Cream Concession, Towneley Park
Burnley Borough Council is seeking a concessionaire to operate mobile ice cream vans selling ice cream, confectionery and cold drinks in Towneley Park. The concession runs for five years from March 2027 to March 2032.
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West Northamptonshire Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Coordination and Delivery Service 2027
West Northamptonshire Council wants a lead provider to coordinate and manage the Holiday Activities and Food programme across the area. The successful bidder will plan delivery, manage a network of partners, recruit activity providers, and ensure quality during Easter, summer and winter holidays.
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Catering Service (non staff)for New Wave Federation Primary Schools
New Wave Federation primary schools need a catering contractor to supply food and catering services. The contract runs for 2 years with an optional 2-year extension.
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Catering Tender - Haringey Schools Apr27
Educo is tendering catering services for three primary schools in Haringey: Devonshire Hill Nursery and Primary, Lea Valley Primary, and Tetherdown Primary. The contract runs for multiple years with a total value of £2.18m.
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Ice Cream Products and Equipment
BCP Council wants to supply ice cream products and equipment to seafront trading outlets, country parks, leisure facilities and museums. The contract is split into two lots: impulse ice cream and scoop ice cream with accessories.
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Birmingham Women's and Children's Catering Outsourcing
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust wants an outsourced catering partner for two large hospitals: Birmingham Children's Hospital and Birmingham Women's Hospital. They're looking for a long-term arrangement with emphasis on patient and visitor experience and social value.
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Newham Cluster - Catering Tender Apr27
Educo is seeking experienced school catering companies to provide term-time lunch and catering services to 7 schools in the London Borough of Newham. This is stage 1 of a competitive tender; each school will independently select a supplier, with potential consideration given if one supplier wins all lots.
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Procurement Coffee and Vending Equipment, Consumables, Maintenance Services and a Replenishing Service for Coffee and Vending machines
Velindre University NHS Trust wants a contractor to supply, install and maintain coffee and vending machines at the New Velindre Cancer Centre in Cardiff, and to manage the full service including stock, replenishment and revenue collection. The service must run 24/7 for patients, visitors and staff.
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Supply of Food Service- (Multiple Lots)
Anchor Hanover Group is appointing suppliers for three lots covering fresh produce and dairy; frozen and chilled foods; and commercial café/restaurant supplies. National coverage of mainland England is required.