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Corrigendum

Information

Published

External Reference: 2024-533340

FTS Reference: 2024-026581

Corrigendum

Corrigendum

Notice for changes or additional information

Services

Section I: Contracting authority/entity

I.1)

Name and addresses

University of Kent
XN5452
The Registry
Canterbury, Kent
CT2 7NZ
UK
Contact person: Hayley Deville
Telephone: +44 7921487620
E-mail: h.deville@kent.ac.uk
NUTS code:  UKJ44 -  East Kent
Internet address(es):
Main address: https://www.kent.ac.uk/finance/procurement.html
Address of the buyer profile: https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/97209

Section II: Object

II.1)

Scope of the procurement

II.1.1)

Title

Project Tide
Reference number:  MR23_005
II.1.2)

Main CPV code

55520000  -  Catering services
II.1.3)

Type of contract

Services
II.1.4)

Short description

Project Tide, is a key initiative under the Commercial Services and Estates contributions to the Kent 2030 strategy, that is designed to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the University’s operations. This project specifically targets the Catering Department by seeking a reputable third-party contract caterer to partner with. This strategic move will enable the University to focus on its core educational offerings while leveraging the expertise and capabilities of a specialised partner.
As part of the Kent 2030 strategy, Commercial Services and Estates are dedicated to delivering an exceptional student experience and adding value on campus. The University is seeking an experienced contract catering provider who will allow the University to redirect resources towards key change requirements, implement its catering strategy, enhance customer experience through technological advancements and modernised offering.

Section VI: Complementary information

VI.6)

Original notice reference

Notice number in the FTS: 2024/S 000-022324

Section VII: Changes

VII.1)

Information to be changed or added

VII.1.2)

Text to be corrected in the original notice

VII.2)

Other additional information

Good morning all,
Following a number of individual requests for an extension of the deadline for submissions of the completed tenders, this has been reviewed and an extension of two weeks has been approved by the project steering group. The new deadline date for submission of completed tenders is Monday 2nd September 2024 and for submitting clarification questions the new deadline is Friday 24th August 2024 .
Kind Regards