The Litmus Partnership Ltd · Awarded contract

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Award of Catering Services Contract for Aldridge Education Multi-Academy Trust

Awarded 31 Aug 2019

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Awarded31 Aug 2019

Value£7,640,000.00

SupplierCater Link Ltd,Aspens Services Ltd

AgencyThe Litmus Partnership Ltd

RegionNorth West

CategoryFood & Beverage

Ended 2y 2mo ago5y term

Awarded 31 Aug 2019Expired 30 Aug 2024

About

The Litmus Partnership Ltd awarded a contract to Cater Link Ltd and Aspens Services Ltd for the provision of catering services across eight schools within the Aldridge Education Multi-Academy Trust.

The contract, valued at AUD 7,640,000, covers breakfast, morning break, lunch, hospitality, free issue requirements, and community user requirements.

It operates as a guaranteed performance contract for a duration of three years, with the Trust retaining sovereignty of the cash tariff.

Free School Meals and hospitality are charged based on consumption at net food cost.

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