ST CHRISTOPHER’S MULTI ACADEMY TRUST & RIVIERA EDUCATION TRUST - PROVISION OF OUTSOURCED CATERING SERVICES

Tender description

The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. Lot 1: Lot 1 – St Christopher’s Torbay The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools. b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS. The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1). Sites included in Lot 1 – St Christopher’s Torbay All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School St Marychurch CofE and Nursery Upton St James CofE Primary School Lot 2: Lot 2 – St Christopher’s Exeter The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools. b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS. The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1). Sites included in Lot 2 – St Christopher’s Exeter: Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School Ladysmith Junior School St Leonard’s CofE Primary St Michael’s CofE Primary Academy St Sidwell’s CofE Primary School Tidcombe Primary School Lot 3: Lot 3 – St Christopher’s West Devon The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools. b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS. The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1). Sites included in Lot 3 – St Christopher’s West Devon: Meavy CofE Primary School Lady Modiford’s CofE Primary School St Peter’s CofE Junior School St Rumon’s CofE Primary School Lot 4: Lot 4 – St Christopher’s East Devon The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools. b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS. The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1). Sites included in Lot 4 – St Christopher’s East Devon: Beer CofE Primary School Lot 5: Lot 5 – St Christopher’s Torbay, Exeter & West Devon The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools. b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS. The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1). Sites included in Lot 5 – St Christopher’s Torbay, Exeter & West Devon: All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School St Marychurch CofE and Nursery Upton St James CofE Primary School Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School Ladysmith Junior School St Leonard’s CofE Primary St Michael’s CofE Primary Academy St Sidwell’s CofE Primary School Tidcombe Primary School Meavy CofE Primary School Lady Modiford’s CofE Primary School St Peter’s CofE Junior School St Rumon’s CofE Primary School Lot 6: Lot 6 – Riviera Schools The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools. b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS. The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1). Sites included in Lot 6 – Riviera Schools: Oldway Primary School Roselands Primary School Shiphay Learning Academy