The Executive Director of Children, Lifelong Learning and Families approved the award of school catering contracts on 24 June 2026. Bidder B was awarded contracts for Lot 1 (primary and special schools) and Lot 2 (secondary schools) for an initial term of three years with an option to extend for up to two further years. The decision included approving the award of contracts to Bidder B for Lot 1 and Lot 2, with an initial term of three years and an option for extension of up to two years.