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Summary of EBA Catering Services Tender

Core Content

The European Banking Authority (EBA) is seeking a catering services provider to supply food, beverages, and related supplies for its meetings held at its London premises. This tender aims to establish a framework contract to ensure consistent, high-quality catering services across all events, with a focus on variety, customer service, and compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Main Services and Scope

The catering services must include:

• Food and Beverages: Four prepared lunch options (cold buffet, sandwich, canapés and light bites, warm bowl), along with two drinks packages (welcome drinks and wine).
• Supplies: A detailed list of required catering items including coffee, tea, milk, non-alcoholic drinks, sugar, condiments, and disposable items.
• Staff: Trained catering personnel to manage food setups, service, and cleanup, with a requirement for two staff members on busy days.

The contractor must also:

• Ensure food is fresh, diverse, and meets dietary requirements (e.g., vegetarian, gluten-free).
• Provide on-site support during meetings, including setup, service, and cleanup.
• Follow strict health and hygiene protocols, including the use of approved equipment and safe food handling practices.
• Adhere to recycling and environmental guidelines, using minimal packaging and recyclable materials.

Key Requirements

1. Facilities at the EBA

• Meeting rooms: Picasso (68, up to 150), Van Gogh (48), Cezanne (44), Klimt (28), Munter (28), Modigliani (20), Gallen-Kallela (10).
• Breakout areas: North (14 high tables, 3 counters, 1 buffet) and South (18 high tables, 3 counters, 2 buffets).
• Kitchen facilities: Large fridge, dishwashers, sinks, and table space.
• Equipment: Coffee machines, cutlery, crockery, and glasses.

2. Service Delivery

• Deliveries must occur in the morning, 30 minutes before the event starts.
• Staff must be present to manage coffee and lunch breaks, and ensure cleanliness and order.
• All waste must be removed on the same day to maintain hygiene standards.

3. Health and Safety

• Compliance with all applicable food safety, health, and hygiene regulations.
• Use of gas burners and burning paste for keeping food warm is permitted, but only under supervision.
• Fire safety equipment (CO2 fire extinguisher) must be available on-site.
• Prohibited equipment includes fan ovens and other items that emit smoke or steam.

4. Environmental and Recycling Standards

• Minimal packaging and maximum use of recyclable materials.
• Reusable or recyclable bottles for beverages.
• Waste management is a key responsibility.

5. Quality Assurance

• The quality and presentation of food must match the standards set during the tasting session.
• Feedback from participants will be communicated to the contractor.

Procurement and Contractual Details

• Tender Submission: Must include all required forms and documentation (Annexes I to X).
• Language: All submissions must be in English.
• Purchase Order Workflow: Purchase orders are issued weekly, with a requirement for signed and dated confirmation within two working days.
• Invoicing: Invoices must be detailed and submitted monthly, with a single point of contact designated.
• Reporting: Monthly account statements are required alongside invoices.
• Performance Management: A contract manager must be appointed to handle all contractual matters, including communication, orders, and invoicing.

Exclusion and Selection Criteria

• Exclusion Criteria: Tenderers must not be excluded under EU procurement rules, and must provide evidence of compliance with legal, financial, and technical requirements.
• Selection Criteria: Include legal capacity, financial stability, technical capability, and the ability to meet the technical and price requirements. The final award is based on a combination of technical merit and price.

Indicative Volumes (2016)

Tender Timeline

Additional Notes

• The tenderer must be able to source any additional products not listed in the specifications, provided they remain within the framework contract.
• The EBA will provide entry passes to contractors' staff and information on emergency procedures.
• Contractors must ensure timely delivery and compliance with all EBA rules and standards.