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Invitation for Bids UOV – Running the Canteens of University of Vavuniya

Invitation Bids Canteen UOV – University of Vavuniya

The University of Vavuniya invites sealed bids from experienced caterers to run its canteens for the one-year period 2026/2027. This invitation bids canteen UOV notice covers four canteen locations across the university, and interested caterers must apply separately for each canteen they wish to bid on.

Canteens Available for Bidding

The university has identified four canteen locations open for bidding:

  • Canteen in the Faculty of Business Studies
  • Canteen in the Faculty of Applied Science
  • Canteen in the Boys’ Hostel
  • Canteen in the Girls’ Hostel

Each canteen requires a separate non-refundable deposit of Rs. 2,000.00, and applicants applying for more than one canteen must submit a separate application form and payment for each.

Operating Requirements

Successful caterers must keep the canteens open from 6.00 AM to 9.00 PM daily, offering a variety of quality healthy foods and beverages in good condition at specified rates. This ensures students and staff have reliable access to food services throughout the day.

Key Dates and Process

  • Bidding documents available: 08–23 April 2026, 9.00 AM–2.30 PM, from the Student Welfare Division, Pampaimadu
  • Pre-bid meeting: 23 April 2026, 10.00 AM, Office of the Deputy Registrar, Student & Welfare Division
  • Bid submission deadline: 30 April 2026, 2.30 PM
  • Bid opening: Immediately after closing, on 30 April 2026

Applicants must pay the non-refundable fee through the official website (www.vau.ac.lk) under Payments → Non-refundable Tender Fee, and present the payment receipt when collecting bidding documents.

Submission and Contact

Completed bids, marked “Bids for Canteen 2026/2027,” must reach the Deputy Registrar, Student and Welfare Division, either by registered post or deposited in the Tender Box before the deadline. The University of Vavuniya reserves the right to accept or reject any or all offers without assigning any reason.

For further details, contact the Deputy Registrar/Student Welfare Division, Tel: 024-2228238.