School Catering Tendering and Evaluation Support
We handle the entire tendering process, from invitation to decision, meaning you get to focus more time on what matters: your students
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How it Works
We’ll work closely with your school’s stakeholders to understand their catering needs, including meal quality, dietary requirements, number of free school meals, service frequency and budget constraints.
It’s our job to keep your students at front of mind throughout the process, ensuring that the catering services we deliver are tailored to your unique needs as an organisation, and the unique needs of the young people in your care.
Why Partner with Procure?
As a headteacher or SBM, managing tenders is the last thing you need to be doing. Let us handle it all for you.
Enjoy Peace of Mind
We’ve worked in school procurement for years, meaning we can take everything away from you, helping you rest a little easier at night.
Make a Difference
The wellbeing and happiness of your students always comes first. We ensure that everyone can eat something they enjoy, regardless of socioeconomic background.
Invest in You
We cut costs, not quality. We help our partners to reinvest in initiatives and schemes that matter to their communities and truly make a difference.
Save Staff Time
Your staff have a lot to do. By handling the entire catering tendering process, we have saved schools 1000’s of hours so you can spend more time focusing on your students.
Preparing Your Tender
We understand that no two schools are the same. Catering needs differ significantly; it’s our job to identify your unique requirements as a school or trust, before creating a tender that reflects your values and needs.
Once we understand your requirements, we’ll draft detailed tender documents (request for proposal – (RFP), invitation to tender – (ITT), etc.) that outline specifications, evaluation criteria, timelines and terms and conditions.
From there, it’s time for action.
Bringing Your Tender to Life
During any tender, we engage closely with potential suppliers, leveraging our vast network and existing relationships to get you the best possible deal. Our process includes:
- Supplier Engagement
- Bid Evaluation
- Negotiation & Clarification
- Contract Award & Finalisation
- Implementation Support
- Post-Tender Review
We’re Always Learning
Take a look through some of our latest content – we’re always making time for a little learning!
Academy Trust Handbook 2026
A practical guide to the Academy Trust Handbook 2026 procurement changes for multi-academy trusts.
Should You Manage Catering In-House or Outsource It?
Should your school manage catering in-house or outsource it? Compare the benefits of key considerations to make the right decision.
The DfE energy row is missing the question that actually matters to your trust
The Energy Consultants Association (ECA) have urged the DfE to correct ‘misleading’ energy claims. For MATs and academies, it’s worth understanding what that debate is really about.
It all starts with a chat
We’re here when you’re ready. The first step is a no-obligation chat with our procurement specialists. We’re here to act as advisors. If you’ve got any questions, please do let us know.
