Illawong Public School- Canteen Licence
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview Illawong Public School is inviting tenders for the operation of the school canteen, commencing 12 October 2026. Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified and experienced canteen service providers who are committed to delivering healthy, high-quality food and excellent customer service to the school community. Scope Operation of the Illawong Public School canteen under licence, commencing 12 October 2026 Contract Terms and Conditions Licence term of 3 years, with an option to renew for a further 2 years Annual school enrolments are approximately 210 Contractor Requirements All employees must hold a current Working With Children Check (mandatory criterion) Instructions to Tenderers Tenders must be sent electronically, with the subject line "Commercial in Confidence - School Canteen Tender", to The Principal at illawong-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au. Enquiries General enquiries and requests for a Tender Information Package should be directed to: Contact: Mo Lloyd, Principal Phone: 9543 1604 Email: illawong-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
How to respond to this tender
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