Wellacre Academy ~ Catering Tender
The contract covers the provision of school catering services for Wellacre Academy, a secondary school focused on education, student wellbeing and pastoral support. The supplier will be expected to operate the academy’s catering provision and deliver food services that support a safe, welcoming and inclusive school environment, with performance requirements and further information set out in the PSQ document. The stated contract value is £248,247 excluding VAT for 2025/26, while the procurement estimate is £1,241,255; the arrangement is described as three one-year periods with two optional one-year extensions. Services will be delivered at Wellacre Academy in the UKD33 region of the United Kingdom, in the Manchester area. The most critical stated qualification requirement is that bidders must satisfy the requirements of the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PSQ), which provides the detailed eligibility and information requirements for this catering services contract.
Buyer: Wellacre Academy. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 15 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £1.2m
- Bids close: 5 Feb 2027
- Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester South West
- Procedure: Competitive flexible procedure
- Contract period: 1 Aug 2027 to 31 Jul 2030
- Category: School catering services (55524000)
From the official notice
The successful Supplier will be required to provide Catering Services for Wellacre Academy. Contract Value: £248,247 2025/26 excluding VAT Contract Length: Three {3} 1+1 years Principal: Mrs J Sharrock I am very proud to lead a school where caring and committed staff ensure that students are happy, safe and thrive. At Wellacre, we inspire our students to learn, provide opportunities which help them to achieve well and provide strong pastoral care which means our students enjoy their time at school. Through strong partnerships we work together to instil a sense of belonging for all, which enables every student to succeed and become active members of their community as they move into adulthood. Our vision, ethos and mission Our vision underpins our policies and practices: 'Working together to instil a sense of belonging for all so that every student thrives.' Our ethos provides all our students with an education which will Inspire them to learn, empower them to Achieve their full potential and enable them to Enjoy their time at school. Our mission sustains our everyday commitment to; Maintaining a school environment which is safe, welcoming and inclusive. Providing excellence in education and creating the opportunities for every student to fulfil their potential, whatever their background or need. Ensuring strong inclusive practices are at the heart of everything we do, promoting wellbeing and equity for all. Providing the right challenge and support at the right time so everyo...
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 5 Feb 2027.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £1.2m.
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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