UK-Barrowford: School catering services.
Section I: Contracting Authority
I.1) Name and addresses
The Pennine Trust
Bridgewater House, Suite 5, Surrey Road, Barrowford, BB9 7TZ, United Kingdom
Tel. +44 1276673880, Email: tenders@litmuspartnership.co.uk
Main Address: https://www.penninetrust.org/
NUTS Code: UKD4
I.2) Joint procurement
The contract involves joint procurement: Yes.
In the case of joint procurement involving different countries, state applicable national procurement law: Not provided
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body: No.
I.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/N382QQ666R
Additional information can be obtained from: the abovementioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be sent to the abovementioned address
Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at: Not provided
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
Education

Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title: The Pennine Trust ~ Catering Tender
Reference Number: Not provided
II.1.2) Main CPV Code:
55524000 - School catering services.

II.1.3) Type of contract: SERVICES
II.1.4) Short description: The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for the four schools within The Pennine Trust. The Trust consists of one Secondary and three primary schools in and around Colne in Lancashire.

The annual value of the contract in total is approximately £515,900.
II.1.5) Estimated total value:
Value excluding VAT: 2,579,500
Currency: GBP
II.1.6) Information about lots:
This contract is divided into lots: No

II.2) Description

II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
Not Provided
II.2.3) Place of performance:
UKD4 Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of procurement: The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for the four schools within The Pennine Trust. The Trust consists of one Secondary and three primary schools in and around Colne in Lancashire.

The annual value of the contract in total is approximately £515,900.

The Pennine Multi Academy Trust was formed in Sept 2018 and comprises of the following four schools:

Blacko Primary

Built in 1889, Blacko Primary is a small, rural village primary school, accommodating 18 staff and 102 pupils. The school is surrounded by the scenic countryside of Pendle and falls within the authority of Lancashire County Council.
Blacko’s ethos is to develop young people with creative minds, a sense of understanding and compassion for others. Blacko are proud of their dedicated and committed staff who strive to create confident and well-educated children with the Trust core values; Be Ambitious, Be collaborative, Be Respectful at their centre.

The school primarily serves families from Blacko and nearby villages. The demographic is predominantly White British with a small proportion of pupils from other ethnic backgrounds.

Blacko Primary School has been consistently rated ‘Good’ by OFSTED. The inspectors praised its supportive environment, strong leadership and high-quality teaching


Laneshaw Bridge Primary School

Laneshaw Bridge Primary School is a modern, purpose built in 2012, single story primary school located in the rural village of Laneshaw Bridge on the picturesque Lancashire-Yorkshire border. This contemporary environment provides a bright, spacious, and accessible learning environment designed to support students’ educational journey and promote inclusivity for all. Surrounded by scenic countryside, the school has a strong connection to its rural roots and plays an integral role within the local community.

The school with 204 pupils and 24 staff, is dedicated to creating a nurturing, supportive atmosphere where each child is encouraged to explore, grow and achieve their potential. The school’s ethos centres on the core trust values of Ambition, Respect and Collaboration.

Serving children primarily from Laneshaw Bridge and surrounding villages, the school reflects the rural demographic of the area, with predominantly White British students.

In November 2023, Laneshaw Bridge received an ‘Outstanding’ rating from OFSTED. The report praised the school’s ambitious and inclusive educational approach, noting that students excel across a broad, enriching curriculum. Inspectors commented on the exceptional behaviour of the pupils and highlighted their happiness, sense of being valued and sense of being heard. Pupils were also recognised for embodying the school’s core values, distinguishing themselves as exemplary students.


Colne Lord Street

Colne Lord Street Primary School, built in 1901, is in the heart of Colne, a historic market town within the borough of Pendle, Lancashire. With currently 343 pupils on roll and a dedicated staff team of 55, the school is well established within the community, serving a diverse student body from Colne and neighbouring areas.

The school’s demographic is culturally diverse, welcoming students from a range of ethnic backgrounds. The area, while rich in community spirit and cultural heritage faces economic challenges, with some areas experiencing higher than average levels of deprivation. The school is committed to supporting its pupils and their families providing access to quality education, support and opportunities for growth, actively promoting inclusivity and community cohesion, creating an environment where pupils feel valued and respected.

Lord Street’s ethos is built around the core values of ‘Ambition, Respect and Collaboration’. The school is dedicated to fostering a safe, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

See SQ document for more information.
II.2.5) Award criteria:
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value:
Value excluding VAT: 2,579,500
Currency: GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
Start: 01/09/2025 / End: 31/08/2030
This contract is subject to renewal: No
Description of renewals: Not provided
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited:
Envisaged minimum number: 5
/ Maximum number: 10
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates: A minimum of 5 suppliers and a maximum of 10 suppliers will be taken forward to the tender stage of the process. Where less than 5 suppliers meet the minimum standards, only those that meet the minimum standards will be taken through to the tender stage. Where more than 5 suppliers meet the minimum standard, those suppliers with the highest scores will proceed to the tender stage.
II.2.10) Information about variants:
Variants will be accepted: Yes
II.2.11) Information about options:
Options: No
Description of options: Not provided
II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Identification of the project: Not provided
II.2.14) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/N382QQ666R


Section III: Legal, Economic, Financial And Technical Information
III.1) Conditions for participation
III.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
List and brief description of conditions:
Not Provided
III.1.2) Economic and financial standing
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
List and brief description of selection criteria:
Not Provided
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required (if applicable) :
Not Provided
III.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
List and brief description of selection criteria:
Not Provided
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required (if applicable) :
Not Provided
III.1.5) Information about reserved contracts (if applicable)
The contract is reserved to sheltered workshops and economic operators aiming at the social and professional integration of disabled or disadvantaged persons: No
The execution of the contract is restricted to the framework of sheltered employment programmes: No

III.2) Conditions related to the contract
III.2.1) Information about a particular profession
Reference to the relevant law, regulation or administrative provision:
Not Provided
III.2.2) Contract performance conditions
Not Provided
III.2.3) Information about staff responsible for the performance of the contract
Obligation to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract: No

Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description RESTRICTED
IV.1.1) Type of procedure: Restricted

IV.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system
The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement - NO
The procurement involves the setting up of a dynamic purchasing system - NO
In the case of framework agreements justification for any duration exceeding 4 years: Not Provided


IV.1.6) Information about electronic auction:
An electronic auction will be used: No
Additional information about electronic auction: Not provided
IV.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
IV.2) Administrative information
IV.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure:
Notice number in the OJ S: Not provided
IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date: 17/01/2025 Time: 12:00
IV.2.3) Estimated date of dispatch of invitations to tender or to participate to selected candidates: 17/02/2025
IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted: English,
IV.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender: Not Provided


Section VI: Complementary Information
VI.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
Estimated timing for further notices to be published: Not provided
VI.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic ordering will be used Yes
Electronic invoicing will be accepted Yes
Electronic payment will be used Yes
VI.3) Additional Information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.It will be the supplier's responsibility to obtain any necessary documents in order to submit a response by the closing date and time.

The contracting authority reserves the right not to award any or part of the contract which is the subject of this contract notice and reserves the right to terminate the procurement process at any time.

The contracting authority will not be liable for any costs incurred by those expressing an interest in tendering for this contract opportunity.

The contracting authority will consider variant bids, evaluating them (so far as the variant or the evaluation of the variant is in the opinion of the contracting authority practicable) on the same basis as a conforming bid, but shall not be obliged to accept any such bid in preference to a conforming bid even if the variant bid scores more highly. No variant will be considered unless the bidder simultaneously submits a conforming bid.
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at:
https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Barrowford:-School-catering-services./N382QQ666R

To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/N382QQ666R
VI.4) Procedures for review
VI.4.1) Review body:
The Pennine Trust
Bridgewater House, Suite 5, Surrey Road, Barrowford, BB9 7TZ, United Kingdom
VI.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures:
Not provided
VI.4.3) Review procedure
Precise information on deadline(s) for review procedures:
Not Provided
VI.4.4) Service from which information about the lodging of appeals may be obtained:
Not provided
VI.5) Date Of Dispatch Of This Notice: 11/12/2024

Annex A



IV) Address of the other contracting authority on behalf of which the contracting authority is purchasing
Purchased on behalf of other contracting authority details:
1: Contracting Authority
Blacko Primary School
Blacko Primary School, Gisburn Road, Blacko, Lancashire, BB9 6LS, United Kingdom
Email: tenders@litmuspartnership.co.uk
Main Address: https://www.blacko.lancs.sch.uk/
NUTS Code: UKD4

IV) Address of the other contracting authority on behalf of which the contracting authority is purchasing
Purchased on behalf of other contracting authority details:
2: Contracting Authority
Colne Park High School
Venables Avenue, Colne, BB8 7DP, United Kingdom
Email: tenders@litmuspartnership.co.uk
Main Address: https://www.park-high.co.uk/
NUTS Code: UKD4

IV) Address of the other contracting authority on behalf of which the contracting authority is purchasing
Purchased on behalf of other contracting authority details:
3: Contracting Authority
Laneshaw Bridge Primary School
Emmott Lane, Laneshaw Bridge, Colne, BB8 7JE, United Kingdom
Email: tenders@litmuspartnership.co.uk
Main Address: https://www.laneshawbridgeschool.org.uk/
NUTS Code: UKD4

IV) Address of the other contracting authority on behalf of which the contracting authority is purchasing
Purchased on behalf of other contracting authority details:
4: Contracting Authority
Lord Street Primary School
Lord Street Primary School, Lord Street, Colne, BB8 9AR, United Kingdom
Email: tenders@litmuspartnership.co.uk
Main Address: https://www.lordstreetprimary.com/
NUTS Code: UKD4