Award

Fresh Fruit & Vegetables

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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Award

04 Oct 2023 at 08:13

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Aston University has awarded a contract for the provision of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables, valued at 218,764 GBP. The procurement method was selective, with the contract awarded to Dole Foodservice. The contract period is from October 9, 2023, to October 8, 2025, with the tender period closing on July 21, 2023. The procurement process was part of the goods category, with the location being in the West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs and larger suppliers, to engage in providing catering products to Aston University. Businesses in the foodservice industry, specifically those offering fruits, vegetables, and related products, are well-suited to compete. The contract's emphasis on sustainability and varied product offerings aligns well with companies aiming to provide quality services catering to diverse customer bases in the West Midlands region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fresh Fruit & Vegetables

Notice Description

The diversity of the Aston community demands a variety of product offerings in terms of catering, beverages and hospitality. Events such as general welcome receptions and inaugural lectures will require a standard offering, whereas the Vice Chancellor's events such as the Graduation Luncheon and University Council dinners will require a premium offering. Nourish is looking to find a company that can provide for its wide customer base, enabling it to provide products that differentiate the brand from the high street, and appeal to students from all backgrounds, as well as supporting, menu creation, marketing incentives and sustainability objectives. Ensure Nourish has an equal or improved service which offers both value for money, quality and a wide and varied choice of products which will enable Nourish to deliver on its core values. Encompassing a great focus on sustainability.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-52a5153a-4bcf-4359-bd69-467de5bf6444
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81059e8d-9a17-4d9a-933d-c2e52c4a4738
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£218,764 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£218,764 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Oct 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Sep 20232 years ago
Contract Period
24 Sep 2023 - 24 Sep 2025 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Harpreet Bensal
Contact Email
h.bensal@aston.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01212043784

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DOLE FOODSERVICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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