School catering services

Description

The successful tenderer will be required to provide catering services at Taunton Academy. The contract will commence on 1.9.2016 for 3 years, with the option for a two-year extension. Taunton Academy provides education for up to 1 150 students aged between 11 and 19, including 100 in years 12 and 13. The Academy sponsors are Richard Huish Trust. (Please read the School Prospectus on the Taunton Academy web site.) The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the Academy, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements. The school also provides send out lunches to 2 Primary schools in the area. The Academy expects the successful contractor to be committed to compliance with the School Food Plan, using fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients prepared on site. Commitment to other school initiatives and Government policies that are relevant to catering is also required.