The Litmus Partnership Ltd · Awarded contract

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Award of School Catering and Vending Services to Chartwells for Churchill Academy & Sixth Form

Awarded 31 Jul 2018

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Awarded31 Jul 2018

Value£993,715.00

SupplierCompass Contract Services (UK) Limited trading as Chartwells

AgencyThe Litmus Partnership Ltd

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryFood & Beverage

Ended 3y 3mo ago5y term

Awarded 31 July 2018Expired 30 July 2023

About

The Litmus Partnership Ltd awarded a contract to Compass Contract Services (UK) Limited trading as Chartwells for the provision of all school catering and vending services, including hospitality and free issue requirements, at Churchill Academy & Sixth Form.

The contract, valued at £993,715, commenced on 1 August 2018 for a three-year term concluding on 31 July 2021, with an option to extend for up to three further years on a 1+1+1 basis.

The service operates from three kitchens, a pod, and a separate sixth form outlet, with a guaranteed performance basis and an annual fiscal return to the client, where free school meals and hospitality are charged at net food cost.

The supplier is expected to engage with the school curriculum, pupils, and parents, and to offer innovation and inward investment.

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