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| Notice Summary |
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| Title: | Mosaic Schools Learning Trust ~ Catering Tender |
| Notice type: | UK4: Tender notice |
| Authority: | The Litmus Partnership |
| Nature of contract: | Services |
| Procedure: | Above threshold - Competitive flexible procedure |
| Short Description: | Mosaic School Learning Trust (MSLT) - a family of 10 schools across Bromley and Kent - is seeking a forward-thinking catering partner to help us deliver on our mission: Achieving Excellence for Every Child, Every Day Our vision is to power inspirational learning, develop curiosity and foster determination to succeed. We now invite bids from catering providers who share this commitment and can partner with us to reflect our values and principles in their services. Mosaic Schools Learning Trust (MSLT) formed in September 2024 combining Connect Schools Academy Trust & Compass Academy Trust to form a new dynamic Trust of ten strongly performing schools across Bromley and Kent. We are now seeking to appoint a single catering contractor to partner with us in order to: • Deliver Healthy, Balanced Menus aligned with government nutrition standards; tailored to diverse dietary needs, including allergies, cultural preferences, and special requirements. • Promote Inspiring & Engaging Experiences through interactive food education—building curiosity, positivity, and lifelong healthy habits. • Champion Sustainability & Equality by sourcing locally, minimising waste, and upholding Mosaic’s commitments to Respectful, Resilient, and Resourceful values. • Foster Collaboration with school staff, leadership teams, and families, acting as a positive and accountable member of the Trust community. • Ensure Consistency and Quality across all 10 schools, from menu planning to service delivery and reporting, while accommodating each school’s unique character and location. The Trust would wish the successful contractor to review the current range of services offered and make recommendations accordingly. The contract being tendered is for three years in duration from August 2026 to July 2029 with the options of a 2-year extension and will operate as a Guaranteed Performance Contract, with the successful Contractor offering the Trust and its schools a guaranteed return / cost per annum for the provision of catering services. Sovereignty of the cash tariff is to remain with schools for the duration of this contract. Please see PSQ Document for more information. |
| Published: | 12/12/2025 10:44 |
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Description: Mosaic School Learning Trust (MSLT) - a family of 10 schools across Bromley and Kent - is seeking a forward-thinking catering partner to help us deliver on our mission:
Achieving Excellence for Every Child, Every Day
Our vision is to power inspirational learning, develop curiosity and foster determination to succeed.
We now invite bids from catering providers who share this commitment and can partner with us to reflect our values and principles in their services.
Mosaic Schools Learning Trust (MSLT) formed in September 2024 combining Connect Schools Academy Trust & Compass Academy Trust to form a new dynamic Trust of ten strongly performing schools across Bromley and Kent. We are now seeking to appoint a single catering contractor to partner with us in order to:
•
Deliver Healthy, Balanced Menus aligned with government nutrition standards; tailored to diverse dietary needs, including allergies, cultural preferences, and special requirements.
•
Promote Inspiring & Engaging Experiences through interactive food education—building curiosity, positivity, and lifelong healthy habits.
•
Champion Sustainability & Equality by sourcing locally, minimising waste, and upholding Mosaic’s commitments to Respectful, Resilient, and Resourceful values.
•
Foster Collaboration with school staff, leadership teams, and families, acting as a positive and accountable member of the Trust community.
•
Ensure Consistency and Quality across all 10 schools, from menu planning to service delivery and reporting, while accommodating each school’s unique character and location.
The Trust would wish the successful contractor to review the current range of services offered and make recommendations accordingly.
The contract being tendered is for three years in duration from August 2026 to July 2029 with the options of a 2-year extension and will operate as a Guaranteed Performance Contract, with the successful Contractor offering the Trust and its schools a guaranteed return / cost per annum for the provision of catering services. Sovereignty of the cash tariff is to remain with schools for the duration of this contract.
Please see PSQ Document for more information.
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at:
https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-West-Wickham:-School-catering-services./53N2YV6Z37
To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/53N2YV6Z37
Total value (estimated):
GBP 9,628,635 including VAT
Description
Contract dates (estimated)
01/08/2026 to 31/07/2029
CPV Classifications:
55524000 - School catering services.
Contract can be extended:
Yes
Extension Date:
31/07/2031
Delivery regions:
UKI LONDON
Award criteria:
Quality criterion - Name: Criterion 1 / Weighting: 70
Quality criterion - Name: Criterion 2 / Weighting: 30
Submission
Enquiry deadline: 16/01/2026 Time: 12:00Tender submission deadline: 27/03/2026 Time: 12:00
Submission address and any special instructions: https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/53N2YV6Z37
An electronic auction will be used: No
Languages that may be used for submission: English, Award decision date (estimated): 25/05/2026
Procedure
Procedure type: Competitive flexible procedure
Contracting authority
Mosaic Schools Learning Trust, PDGT-8386-NXJJ
Mosaic Schools Learning Trust Central Office, Wickham Common Primary School, Gates Green Road, West Wickham, BR4 9DG, United Kingdom
Tel. 01276 673896, Email: tenders@litmuspartnership.co.uk
Address of the buyer profile: https://www.mosaicschoolslearningtrust.org/
Organisation type: REGIONAL_AUTHORITY
Devolved regulations that apply: None