Community Food Bank/Food Distribution Hub Operations

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Notice Title

Community Food Bank/Food Distribution Hub Operations

Notice Description

Cambourne Town Council is seeking an experienced registered Charity or Community Interest Company (CIC) to occupy and operate from its new building to deliver foodbank and/or community food distribution services. The Council is particularly interested in organisations that can demonstrate: Proven experience in delivering foodbank, food distribution, or wider food insecurity support services Strong safeguarding, governance, and operational procedures Previous work in partnership with, or alongside, local government authorities The ability to operate sustainably and meet community need effectively A track record of partnership working with local agencies and voluntary sector organisations Applicants must be able to provide a minimum of two references, with preference given to organisations able to evidence prior collaboration with local authority or public sector partners. This opportunity is intended to support the delivery of essential community services from a suitable, well-located facility within Cambourne, strengthening local provision for residents in need. How to apply / express interest: Interested organisations should submit an expression of interest outlining their experience, service model, and references.

Notice Details

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID: ocds-b5fd17-20f10027-bf82-4ef1-bfcd-8aca0600a0ae
Publication Source: Contracts Finder
Latest Notice: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e24b3299-520a-41cb-9a7e-4fd840d51c60
Current Stage: Tender
All Stages: Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type: Tender Notice
Procurement Type: Standard
Procurement Category: Services
Procurement Method: Not Specified
Procurement Method Details: Other - ITQ- Concessionary
Tender Suitability: SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale: Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

15897300 - Food parcels

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value: £20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value: Not specified
Awards Value: Not specified
Contracts Value: Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date: 2 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline: 25 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date: Not specified
Award Date: Not specified
Contract Period: 7 Jul 2026 - 8 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence: Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer: COMMUNITY CENTRE
Contact Name: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality: CAMBRIDGE
Postcode: CB23 6GW
Post Town: Cambridge
Country: England
Major Region (ITL 1): TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2): TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3): TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location: Not specified
Local Authority: South Cambridgeshire
Electoral Ward: Cambourne
Westminster Constituency: St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e24b3299-520a-41cb-9a7e-4fd840d51c60
2nd June 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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