CA18527 - Danes Educational Trust
Danes Educational Trust, a multi-academy education trust operating six primary and seven secondary schools, is procuring catering services across its 13-school estate. The appointed provider will deliver fresh, nutritious and appealing meals for pupils, students and staff, with menus tailored to primary and secondary settings, compliant with School Food Standards and developed in response to customer feedback and current food trends. The scope also includes increasing meal participation, improving dining experiences, supporting healthy eating and sustainability initiatives, engaging with school communities, and managing mobilisation, staffing, technology and continuous service improvement. The estimated contract value is £7.9 million; the contract duration is not stated in the available information. Services will be delivered across the Trust’s 13 schools in the United Kingdom, with the procurement listing also identifying the wider delivery regions of WD3 6EW, the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man and the rest of the world. The most critical stated requirement is demonstrable experience delivering catering across multiple schools within a Multi Academy Trust, including both primary and secondary settings, supported by robust food safety and allergen management systems.
Buyer: Danes Educational Trust. Source: Contracts Finder. Updated 7 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £7.9m
- Bids close: 19 Nov 2026
- Location: Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
- Procedure: Open procedure
- Contract period: 1 Apr 2027 to 31 Mar 2030
- Category: School meals (15894210)
From the official notice
Catering Services Opportunity Invitation to Tender - Catering Services Across 13 Schools within Danes Educational Trust Danes Educational Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional, innovative and collaborative catering partner to deliver high-quality catering services across its family of 13 schools, comprising 6 Primary Schools and 7 Secondary Schools. As a dynamic and ambitious Multi Academy Trust, Danes Educational Trust is committed to providing outstanding educational environments where pupils and students can flourish. The Trust recognises the vital role that food, nutrition and the dining experience play in supporting wellbeing, educational outcomes and the development of healthy lifelong habits. Consequently, the Trust is seeking a catering provider that shares its vision, values and commitment to excellence. The successful catering partner will be responsible for delivering fresh, nutritious and appealing food offers that meet the diverse needs of pupils, students and staff across both primary and secondary settings. The Trust is looking for a provider that will move beyond traditional school catering models, bringing innovation, creativity and commercial expertise to create vibrant and engaging dining experiences that increase participation and enhance customer satisfaction. Menus should offer a range of contemporary, nutritious and appealing choices that reflect current food trends whilst remaining fully compliant with School Food Standards. The successful provide...
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 19 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £7.9m.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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