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Discovery MAT ~ Catering Tender

The successful contractor will be required to provide catering services for the following three Primary Schools within Discovery Multi Academy Trust (MAT): 1. Beechwood Primary Academy, 31 Rockfield Avenue, Plymouth, PL6 6DX 2. Oakwood Primary Academy, Pendeen Crescent, Southway, Plymouth, PL6 6QS 3. Weston Mill Community Primary Academy, Ferndale Road, Plymouth, PL2 2EL Trust website: https://discoverymat.co.uk/ The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the Schools, which is inclusive of all hospitality and free issue requirements. The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 August 2026, with the potential to then extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years. The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget. While the Trust will be the principal contracting authority, each School will have its own individual budget for performance analysis and reconciliation. The Trust is seeking a suitably experienced contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Primary Schools with varying requirements. The successful contractor will already have, or need to develop, a strong operational base within the South West, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term. The services across the Schools are currently outsourced, and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of the current employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and, in this instance, the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme. The Trust wishes to offer wholesome, healthy eating options within the menus which should be based upon the use of fresh, local produce that is abundant throughout the South West to support the local economy. Please see PSQ document for more information.

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Discovery MAT ~ Catering Tender
Contract Value
Value not disclosed
Deadline
38 days left
24 Apr 2026
Published
13 Mar 2026
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About This Discovery MAT ~ Catering Tender Contract

This open tender from Discovery MAT ~ Catering Tender was published in 2026. The Discovery MAT ~ Catering Tender contract with a submission deadline of 24 April 2026.

This UK government contract opportunity is part of the public procurement process, openly available via Find a Tender.

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  • The successful contractor will be required to provide catering services for the following three Primary Schools within Discovery Multi Academy Trust (MAT):
  • Beechwood Primary Academy, 31 Rockfield Avenue, Plymouth, PL6 6DX
  • Oakwood Primary Academy, Pendeen Crescent, Southway, Plymouth, PL6 6QS
  • Weston Mill Community Primary Academy, Ferndale Road, Plymouth, PL2 2EL
  • Trust website: https://discoverymat.co.uk/
  • The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the Schools, which is inclusive of all hospitality and free issue requirements.
  • The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 August 2026, with the potential to then extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.
  • The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget. While the Trust will be the principal contracting authority, each School will have its own individual budget for performance analysis and reconciliation.
  • The Trust is seeking a suitably experienced contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Primary Schools with varying requirements. The successful contractor will already have, or need to develop, a strong operational base within the South West, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.
  • The services across the Schools are currently outsourced, and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of the current employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and, in this instance, the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.
  • The Trust wishes to offer wholesome, healthy eating options within the menus which should be based upon the use of fresh, local produce that is abundant throughout the South West to support the local economy.
  • Please see PSQ document for more information.

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