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The City of London Academies Trust (COLAT) is a highly successful Trust operating ten primary and secondary academies in London. Out of these, five have in-house services, four are outsourced and one Sixth Form, which is set to open next year, currently has no catering service. The Trust has approximately 8,000 students, ranging from 6 to 18 years old, supported by a team of 1,000 teaching and support staff. The Trust is tendering their catering services across three Lots in a two stage tender process under the Light Touch Regime:•Lot One includes three primary academies: COLA Primary Islington, Redriff and Galleywall. Annual sales turnover is £513,716.•Lot Two has two secondary academies with family-style dining: COLA Shoreditch Park and The City Academy Hackney. Annual sales turnover is £1,089,685.•Lot Three consists of five secondary academies with counter service: COLA Highgate Hill, Highbury Grove, Islington, Newham Collegiate Sixth Form (opening a new café by Septemb
| Supplier | Identifier | Award Value | Lots Won | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspens Services Limited | 06561073 | £2,650,000 | 1 lot Lot 1 | - |
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This procurement was divided into 1 lots, each awarded separately. 5 bids were received in total.
| Lot | Value | Bids Received | Awarded To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 1,080 days (≈3 yrs) | £8,500,000 £2,650,000 initial term | 5 | Aspens Services Limited | active |
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Government spending data: This supplier has received £324,985 in 15 payments (over £25k) from Department for Education (2022-07-20 to 2026-03-19). View full payment history →
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