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Provision of Schools Catering Services

LIFT SCHOOLS

Estimated Value

Up to £95,000,000

Deadline

16 February 2026

Published

29 June 2026

Type

Not specified

LondonGBopen

Overview

Provision of school meals and additional catering services at Lift Schools , in accordance with all relevant statutory requirements , good practice guidelines and to provide good quality, nutritious meals at an affordable price.The service will be an integral part of the school day where pupils will be able to take a nourishing meal in a pleasant and orderly environment which aids in curriculum attainment.

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Award Details

Aspens Services Ltd

29 Jun 202623 Oct 2026 – 24 Oct 2031

£95,000,000

Caterlink Ltd

29 Jun 202624 Oct 2026 – 23 Oct 2031

£95,000,000

Taylor Shaw

29 Jun 202624 Oct 2026 – 23 Oct 2031

£95,000,000

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    Bolton & District Hospital Saturday Council T/A – UK Healthcare

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Bolton & District Hospital Saturday Council T/A – UK Healthcare is the most likely incumbent based on recency and category match. To win, bidders typically need a clearly differentiated proposition or a price advantage.

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Lift Schools
Typepublic body
RegionUKI33
Total tenders9
Total spend£540,000
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Key Dates

Published

29 June 2026

Submission deadline

16 February 2026

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