Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trust - Catering Tender

Founded in 2017 our Trust consists of nine primary schools, four secondary schools and one all through school. Our schools each have their own strengths and character, and together make up the Stowe Valley family, working collaboratively to provide the very best education and opportunities for our pupils. We currently employ 1100 staff and educate over 9000 children across our schools throughout Warwickshire and Northamptonshire. Further information regarding the Trust can be obtained here: https://www.stowevalleymat.com/ Tender information: The successful tenderer will be required to provide excellent catering services to all schools within the Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trust. The contract will be awarded to one catering provider. The contract term being tendered is for three years, with some schools starting on 1st August 2027 and some on 1st Sept 2027 (see schedule below), with a single contract end date of 31st July 2030. There is an option for a further extension period for up to two additional years to 31st July 2032. School name - Contract start date Bilton School - 1st August 2027 Bishops Itchington - 1st August 2027 Byfield School - 1st August 2027 Coten End - 1st September 2027 Kineton High School - 1st August 2027 Myton Gardens - 1st August 2027 Myton School - 1st September 2027 Oakley School - 1st August 2027 Rokeby Primary - 1st August 2027 Southam College - 1st August 2027 Southam Primary - 1st August 2027 Stockton Primary - 1st August 2027 Temple Herdewyke - 1st August 2027 Hillmorton Primary - 1st September 2027 The contract offers an excellent opportunity to review and propose enhancements to the current catering services. This includes but is not limited to; breakfast, morning break, lunchtime and after school services, over the academic year, plus hospitality services upon request. The Trust also includes a year round full time 0-school age nursery. The Client is keen to secure a high quality catering service including fresh locally sourced ingredients prepared on site, with a menu design that is flexible to suit the requirements of the specific students. The Client is proud of their ‘family ethos’ and expects both a tightly managed service and a management style delivered by the successful contractor that supports, encourages and develops the catering staff. In addition, the Client has identified the following key requirements: - The provision of healthy, nutritious and age-appropriate meals and portions, including for the 0+ nursery setting. Here, the contractor must deliver meals in accordance with both the early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework’ and the ‘early years foundation stage nutrition guidance’. Robust arrangements for the management of allergens, special diets and food intolerances. Transparent and accurate invoicing, supported by detailed and auditable financial information. An effective management and governance structure, with clear communication protocols and regular contract performance reporting. The Client is not obliged to accept the lowest price submitted for this tender, rather they are keen to secure ‘best value’ from this contract and to deliver ‘best value’ to the students. Innovative and creative ideas as to how the services can be developed and value added, will be welcomed. The Client seeks a contractor that is keen to work in partnership and who will deliver to its highest abilities, at all times. Competitive Flexible Procedure This procurement will be run under t