Tender

UKRI-4286 Supply of Fruit and Vegetables

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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Tender

16 Sep 2024 at 13:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has opened a tender for the supply of quality fruits and vegetables under the title "UKRI-4286 Supply of Fruit and Vegetables". This procurement, classified under the CPV code 03220000, pertains to the industry category of vegetables, fruits and nuts. It is targeted for delivery within the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, having been published on 16th September 2024, with a deadline set for 21st October 2024. The contract, valued at £200,000, is expected to commence on 31st December 2024 and conclude on 31st December 2028.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), to expand their market presence by securing a long-term contract with a prestigious public sector organisation. Companies specialising in the supply of fresh produce, including fruits and vegetables, and those with a robust logistics setup to serve the South West region of the UK, would be well-suited to compete. The open procedure procurement method ensures a competitive and transparent process, offering a fair chance for qualified suppliers to participate and potentially foster business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-4286 Supply of Fruit and Vegetables

Notice Description

UKRI requires the supply of quality fruits and vegetables

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43895458-7700-43a4-8fa0-583f96303eea
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

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

CPV Codes

03220000 - Vegetables, fruits and nuts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2028 4-5 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
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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