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Provision of Course Feeding

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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12 May 2025 at 10:47

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Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process involves the Ministry of Defence, situated in Northwood, England, acting as the buying organisation for a contract titled "Provision of Course Feeding." The contract falls under the industry category of catering services, identified by the CPV code 55520000. This procurement has reached the award stage, with RA International being the awarded supplier. The procurement method used was a limited competition due to particular country restrictions, and it was executed under the provision of PCR15. The contract, which is a limited liability agreement with no guaranteed demand, covers a period starting 27th April 2025 and ending 26th April 2026, with potential extensions of two option years. The total value of the contract is GBP 127,000.

The tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses involved in catering services, particularly those with capabilities to provide efficient and scalable solutions on an international scale, due to its wide geographical scope, including locations such as Afghanistan, Algeria, and many others globally. The focus on catering for courses signifies potential growth for businesses adept in managing logistics in various countries, with an emphasis on high-quality meal provision. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) might find this tender appealing given its tailored suitability for such businesses, offering the chance to expand their market reach and demonstrate their expertise in servicing large-scale, multinational contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Course Feeding

Notice Description

Limited competition conducted due to restrictions of country. This is the provision of feeding for courses provided in Africa. The contract is a limit of liability contract, where there is no guaranteed demand. The contract is for 1 core year plus 2 option years. RA International are the awarded supplier. This was awarded under PCR15 due to when the quotation period began.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-63e59af2-dd26-4624-bf5f-2bb522f81998
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/524eae39-a2d0-42b5-8a2f-3ab2982cf8ab
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£127,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£127,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
27 Apr 2025 - 26 Apr 2026 6-12 months
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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHWOOD
Postcode
HA6 3HP
Postcode Area
Harrow
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Three Rivers
Electoral Ward
Moor Park & Eastbury
Westminster Constituency
South West Hertfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RA International

Further Information

Notice Documents

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