SEND Specific Fun and Food Programme for Children in Receipt of Benefits-related Free School Meals (Easter 2026)

This tender is clear and socially focused, but it has significant deficiencies regarding evaluation criteria, e-submission, and overall document completeness.

Deadlines are reasonable, the procedure type and CPV code are clear, and there are no disputes. However, the explicit absence of mandatory exclusion grounds and, critically, evaluation criteria are significant legal compliance deficiencies.

The description and technical requirements (DfE standards) are very clear and unambiguous. The problem lies more in the missing information rather than the lack of clarity of existing information.

Basic information, value, duration, and key technical requirements are present. However, the tender is incomplete due to a failed document download, and the explicit absence of mandatory exclusion grounds, financial requirements, and evaluation criteria.

The estimated value is disclosed, requirements are generic and not tailored, and the deadline is reasonable. The tender seeks multiple providers. While the missing evaluation criteria impacts transparency, the requirements themselves are fair. The lack of e-submission and a failed document download are minor fairness concerns in terms of equal access.

Contract start date, duration, and funding source are clear. However, the lack of electronic submission is a significant practical drawback for bidders and the procuring entity. A failed document download also creates practical difficulties.

Dates are logical and consistent, and there are no reported disputes or suspensions. Most critical data fields are populated. Minor omissions, such as 'Liable Person' and procedure codes, are not significant data inconsistencies.

The tender has a strong inherent social focus by targeting vulnerable children and promoting healthy lifestyles. However, it explicitly lacks green procurement criteria and any focus on innovation.