The Litmus Partnership Ltd · Awarded contract
Awarded

Award of School Catering Services Contract to Edwards and Blake Limited

Awarded 31 Aug 2016

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Awarded31 Aug 2016
Value£642,792.75
SupplierEdwards and Blake Limited
AgencyThe Litmus Partnership Ltd
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryFood & Beverage
Ended 5y 2mo ago5y term
Awarded 31 Aug 2016Expired 30 Aug 2021

About

The Litmus Partnership Ltd awarded a contract to Edwards and Blake Limited for the provision of all catering services at Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form, including hospitality and free issue requirements recharged at net food cost.

The contract, valued at £642,792.75, was initially for three years from 1 September 2016 to 31 August 2019, with an option to extend for two further years by mutual agreement.

It operated as a Guaranteed Performance Contract with a guaranteed return or cost per annum for core catering services, and required the contractor to review current offerings, make recommendations, and provide inward capital investment to refresh catering facilities.

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