Tender

Community Food Growing Programme

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Jan 2017 at 18:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Leicestershire County Council is inviting quotations for its "Community Food Growing Programme," aimed at enhancing the health benefits and skills of growing food within local communities. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically in the field of social and community services, and is located in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 3rd February 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 1st April 2017 for an initial duration of 12 months, with the possibility of extending for an additional 24 months. The procurement method is open, allowing wide participation, with a contract value of £50,000. Additional details and documents can be accessed from the e-tendering portal.

This tender represents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in community engagement, horticulture, or health promotion. Businesses that possess experience in delivering community-based services and have a strong local presence within the East Midlands are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this programme could enhance brand visibility, foster community relationships, and contribute to a healthier local population while supporting economic growth through local partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Community Food Growing Programme

Notice Description

Quotations are invited for the provision of a Community Food Growing Programme to promote the health benefits and skills of growing your own food to local communities, targeted community groups and households. The initial contract period will be 12 months with the option to extend for up to a further period(s) totalling 24 months. Additional information: Documents available to download from www.eastmidstenders.org

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-648d78ae-1f84-4edc-b0c7-f4fd83243e81
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dd75739-b44c-4782-be4b-72ba14170d34
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Feb 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 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
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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