Tender

Food Matters Community Grants Funding - Round 2

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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17 Jun 2024 at 09:25

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Bedford Borough Council has announced a public procurement opportunity titled "Food Matters Community Grants Funding - Round 2" in the services category. The grant funding aims to address the cost-of-living crisis affecting communities in Bedford Borough and across the UK, particularly focusing on access to affordable nutritious food. The tender is currently in the open procedure stage with a tender period ending on 11th July 2024 and a contract period from 30th July 2024 to 31st March 2025.

This public procurement tender by the Bedford Borough Council offers business growth opportunities for entities providing services related to food parcels and community support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to compete, given the suitability criteria. Businesses interested in contributing to creating a healthier and more sustainable food environment, while addressing food insecurity issues, are encouraged to participate in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Food Matters Community Grants Funding - Round 2

Notice Description

Communities in Bedford Borough, and across the UK, are feeling the pressures of the cost-of-living crisis. Rising prices, stagnant earnings and limited financial aid, are making it tough for individuals and families to afford everyday essentials, including food. Evidence from the Institute of Health Equity, Joseph Rowntree Foundation and Resolution Foundation highlight the alarming impact of this crisis on both short- and long-term health. The number of people living in absolute poverty is projected to rise, affecting an estimated 30% of children by 2023/24. In Bedford (2020/21), it was reported that nearly a third of children are living in poverty after housing costs, with ethnically diverse communities disproportionately affected, widening health inequalities. Access to affordable nutritious food is becoming increasingly challenging, leading to reliance on cheap, unhealthy options and for some there is a risk of going hungry. Many experience other barriers to healthy food, in terms of the means to store, prepare and cook. Everyone, especially children should be guaranteed a nutritious meal and not be at risk of going hungry. It is vital that we provide support to those who need it, without stigma. Moreover, it's crucial to create a healthier and more sustainable food environment for the long term. This is Round 2 of the Grant Funding. Organisations that were successful in Round 1 of the funding can not apply for Round 2. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71f8a9de-c685-470f-aae2-265e229a8833
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

CPV Codes

15897300 - Food parcels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jul 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 6-12 months
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
BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
UNITED KINGDOM
Postcode
MK42 9AP
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Cauldwell
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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