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Planning

11 Aug 2026 at 11:51

Summary of the contracting process

Bedford College has issued a Request for Engagement (RFE) to gather quotations for catering and kitchen equipment, under the tender identifier CA18337. This procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with the engagement scheduled to end on 11th November 2026. The procurement falls within the goods category, specifically focusing on catering equipment, classified under the CPV code 39310000. The college, located in Bedford, England, invites suppliers to submit indicative quotations detailing pricing, lead times, warranty, and product specifications. The intended delivery locations include the United Kingdom and various international territories.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for suppliers specialising in catering equipment to expand their business within the education sector. With a budget estimate of £8,000, businesses that can provide high-quality, cost-effective solutions with reliable delivery capabilities stand to benefit. Small to medium enterprises with a strong track record in supplying educational institutions or those wishing to enter this market will find this procurement an appealing prospect for growth. Suppliers interested in participating are encouraged to access the opportunity via the MultiQuote platform, providing necessary details by the specified deadline.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CA18337 - Request for Engagement (RFE) - Catering & Kitchen Equipment Quotations

Notice Description

Bedford College is seeking indicative quotations from suppliers for catering and kitchen equipment for the Bedford College Hub. Suppliers are invited to provide pricing, lead times, warranty information and product specifications To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18337. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18337 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4d294c24-c26d-4ec2-a33b-4652cade3ad4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48ffc498-37a8-46be-92c6-1e0ec2501076
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

39310000 - Catering equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Nov 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BEDFORD COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK42 9AH
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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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