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Browse DfE-approved catalogues, DPS and frameworks

including food, vending machines, catering services and equipment


  • Ambient, chilled, frozen foods and fresh fruit, vegetables and salad

    This framework provides access to fresh and frozen produce, including meat, dairy and bakery items for all dietary requirements from local suppliers

    Provider: ESPO

    Expires: 31 July 2029

  • Building in use - support services

    Catering, cleaning and caretaking, security and reception, CCTV, car park management, mobile patrols and key holding, food hygiene inspection, waste management. This dynamic purchasing system (DPS) is open to, and suitable for both national and regional suppliers throughout its entire duration.

    Provider: YPO

    Expires: 23 February 2029

  • Buying better food and drink

    This framework provides an online system to buy food and drink from one central place, making it simpler and giving access to reliable suppliers from across the country

    Provider: GCA

    Expires: 22 January 2028

  • Catering services

    Provision of outsourced catering services, with the flexibility to respond to changes in the market.

    Provider: Education Buying

    Expires: 31 August 2026

  • Catering services

    Provision of outsourced catering services, offering flexible catering provisions and a range of service models. It also covers ‘holiday food programmes’ for those looking to provide meals meeting the School Meal Standards during holiday periods.

    Provider: ESPO

    Expires: 31 August 2026

  • Catering, vending machines & water cooler solutions

    A framework that gives schools access to catering services, vending machine and water cooler services, including installation and ongoing maintenance.

    Provider: Procurement Services

    Expires: 31 October 2027

  • Electronic catering management and payment solutions

    A comprehensive electronic catering and payment system that reduces administrative burden, improves financial management, and minimises food waste through accurate meal ordering.

    Provider: YPO

    Expires: 19 August 2028

  • ESPO catalogue

    Provides a range of goods to the public sector, including stationery, art and crafts, classroom resources, furniture, office essentials, presentation and display equipment.

    Provider: ESPO

  • Facilities management and workplace services

    A range of facilities management and workplace services.

    Provider: CCS

    Expires: 13 December 2026

  • Food and drink - dynamic purchasing system (DPS)

    This DPS offers a wide range of food and drink products via a single supplier or multiple suppliers based on your budget and need. Suitable for schools who wish to procure a new food contract and who wish to thoroughly compare suppliers via a mini-competition.

    Provider: YPO

    Expires: 05 January 2027

  • Food and drink - framework

    Quick and cost-effective procurement of food and drink products, offering pre-approved suppliers who meet rigorous quality standards across various categories. Suitable for schools who wish to procure a new food contract and who are looking for a faster turnaround with a simplified process.

    Provider: YPO

    Expires: 26 October 2026

  • Food and drink vending solution

    This framework provides schools with access to a wide range of vending and dispensing equipment to meet your refreshment needs.

    Provider: YPO

    Expires: 16 December 2026

  • Outsourced catering services

    A compliant route for the provision of outsourced catering services.

    Provider: CPC

    Expires: 25 September 2026

  • Sandwiches and food to go

    Access to a range of sandwiches, filled rolls and baps, bagels and wraps, and food-to-go products including hot and cold eats, from a range of suppliers who hold relevant and in-date third party food safety accreditation certificates

    Provider: ESPO

    Expires: 30 June 2026

  • Sandwiches, ready meals, meal concepts and food to go

    A framework that makes it easy for schools to buy sandwiches, ready meals, and food-to-go items.

    Provider: YPO

    Expires: 08 October 2028