Learning Academies Trust Catering Tender 2026 (Plymouth)

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    "datePublished": "2026-03-10T23:22:35Z",
    "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.\r\n\r\nThrough 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\r\n\r\nThe daily combined average uptake is 2.8k meals.\r\n\r\nThere are 63 staff where LGPS applies.\r\n\r\nTo access the tender pack, please contact our procurement consultant Mr. Mike Newell at mnewell@procurementforschools.com\r\n\r\nAdditional information: To access the tender pack, please contact our procurement consultant Mr. Mike Newell at mnewell@procurementforschools.com",
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