Tender

Food Supply Tender

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Tender

02 Dec 2018 at 16:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter is conducting a food supply tender to partner with a supplier for essential food products across its two campuses in Exeter, located in the South West of England. The procurement process, classified under the goods category, is in the tender stage, with the period set to conclude on 2nd January 2019. This contract, valued between £5 million and £12.5 million over a maximum term of five years, includes critical items such as chilled dairy products, fresh produce, and non-food consumables. The contract is expected to commence on 1st February 2019.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the food supply industry, particularly those specialising in catering provisions, fresh produce, and food logistics. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as the University is open to diverse supplier profiles. Winning this contract could significantly enhance the reach and stability of competing businesses, providing a consistent revenue stream through regular supply to the University’s catering services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Food Supply Tender

Notice Description

The University is looking for a partner to supply all food stuffs to the University's internal catering functions, (at least) 6 days a week throughout the year, initially on its' two Exeter campuses. Term: 3 + 2 years The contract will cover the following categories: * Chilled Dairy, Eggs & Processed Provisions * Grocery Ambient Dry Provisions * Chilled & Frozen Meat, Poultry, Game, Fish & Shellfish Provisions * Fresh, Ambient & Frozen Bakery Provisions * Fresh & Frozen Fruit and Vegetable Produce * Non-food Consumables and Chemicals * Non-food Counterwares and Equipment Contract value, based on previous year's spend is estimated between PS1.75 and PS2.5 million per annum. This equates to a total contract value of between PS5 million and PS12.5 million over the maximum term of five years. The University intends to roll out a 'soft launch' of the agreement, turning over one (or more) delivery locations at a time.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-00a00e19-f36b-470f-950b-cc7361df58f2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a028cc79-7031-491f-afeb-e65b77a07df9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

39221110 - Crockery

39800000 - Cleaning and polishing products

39830000 - Cleaning products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2019 - 31 Jan 2024 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Peter Fletcher
Contact Email
p.w.fletcher@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1392661000

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Further Information

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