How to win: Tapestry Learning Partnership - Catering Services Tender

About this contract

Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two successful multi-academy trusts, Tapestry brings together a wealth of expertise, resources, and a shared commitment to excellence. This new partnership creates a strong network of schools dedicated to delivering outstanding education and enriching opportunities for every student. The Trust are seeking Catering service providers to tender for the provision of all catering services presently offered within the Schools outlined in the PSQ document, including breakfast, morning break, lunch and all hospitality and free issue requirements. The contract will be for three years in duration, with the option to extend for a further one period of up to two years and with a commencement date of 01 August 2027. Full details will be included in the Invitation to Tender. TUPE regulations apply to this contract, which involves the transfer of existing catering staff, of which some may be members of the Local Government Pension Scheme, requiring arrangements to be made for 'Admitted Body' status with the relevant pension fund. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://invictus-inport.com/tenders/UK-

How to win contracts like this

• ✓Answer against the marking scheme, not the question text — Tapestry Learning Partnership scores each response, so map your evidence to the published criteria and weightings.
• ✓At £6,750,000, expect quality and social value to carry a large share of the score — price alone rarely wins services work.
• ✓Show recent, comparable delivery: name similar services contracts you've delivered for public bodies, with measurable outcomes.
• ✓Start early: deadlines are tight and a strong bid takes iteration.

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