Approve the award of the school meals catering contract to the successful bidder following a competitive tender process. This contract award will be for a period of 5 years plus an option for an additional 2 years. The 2-year extension will be subject to contract performance.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure > £500,000;
Decision status: For Determination
Divisions affected: (All Divisions);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 31/10/2025
Anticipated restriction: Part exempt - View reasons
Explanation of anticipated restriction:
A full bid submission is confidential and only the name of the successful bidder and value should be made public.
Decision due: 31 Mar 2026 by Lead Member for Resources and Climate Change
Lead member: Lead Member for Resources and Climate Change
Lead director: Chief Operating Officer
Department: Business Services
Contact: Johnny Parish, Soft FM and Services Manager 07849 303899 Email: johnny.parish@eastsussex.gov.uk Tel: 07849 303899.