Learning Academies Trust Catering Tender 2026 (Plymouth)
Estimated value
£8.0m
Awarded value
—
Suppliers
0
Lots
1
Published
10 Mar 2026
Description
The Learning Academies Trust, comprising 18 academies across Plymouth, is seeking to appoint a professional and experienced catering contractor to deliver high-quality catering services across its schools. The Trust is looking for a provider with a strong track record of managing catering operations of a similar scale within the education sector and the capability to deliver consistent, nutritious, and appealing food for pupils and staff. Through this tender process, the Trust aims to enhance its catering provision by partnering with a contractor who shares its commitment to high food standards, excellent service delivery, and continuous improvement. The successful provider will be expected to demonstrate effective management structures, robust quality assurance processes, and an innovative approach to menu development that supports healthy eating and a positive dining experience across all academies The daily combined average uptake is 2.8k meals. There are 63 staff where LGPS applies. To access the tender pack, please contact our procurement consultant Mr. Mike Newell at mnewell@procurementforschools.com
Scope
- Reference
- LAT_CATERING_PFS2026
- Total value
- £8,000,000 excluding VAT
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 31 Jul 2026 to 30 Jul 2030
- CPV classifications
- 15894210
Submission & procedure
- Submission deadline
- 29 May 2026, 4:00 pm