Tender for School Catering Services for United Learning

United Learning is the trading name for United Church Schools Trust (UCST) and United Learning Trust (ULT), one of the 50 largest UK charitable organisations. The group includes schools in the public and private sectors, working together for mutual benefit. Over the past 15 years, the group has grown, welcoming children of all backgrounds, faiths and abilities; giving over 55,000 children an inspiring education. ULT comprises of 78 academies including primary academies, secondary academies and ‘all through’ academies; UCST comprises of 13 independent schools.

United Learning's catering service contract is due to be renewed from 1 September 2023, for a 3 year contract plus possible 2 year extension.

The tender is divided into 5 Lots - all independent schools will be taking part in this tender, plus 66 academies (primary and secondary).

The Lots/values are as follows: (Lot 1) Independent Schools x 13 schools - approx annual value 5.04M GBP; (Lot 2) Primary & Secondary Academies North x 21 schools, approx annual value 3.8M GBP; (Lot 3) Primary & Secondary Academies Central x 15 schools, approx annual value 2.5M GBP; (Lot 4) Primary & Secondary Academies London x 18 schools, approx annual value 2.9M GBP; and (Lot 5) Primary & Secondary Academies South x 12 schools, approx annual value 2.2M GBP.

Values exclude hospitality, which will be included in the Tender.