Tender

Provision of Milk, Dairy, Bread & Morning Goods

THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LTD (TUCO LTD)

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Tender

17 Sep 2021 at 12:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University Caterers Organisation Ltd (TUCO Ltd) is currently in the tender stage for the contract titled "Provision of Milk, Dairy, Bread & Morning Goods." This procurement process focuses on the supply and distribution of various food items to higher education institutions and local authorities within the UK, with a total estimated value of £28 million. The tender period will close on 19 October 2021, and the contract is set to commence on 24 January 2022, continuing until 23 January 2026. This process follows a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure, with a primary focus on goods in the food sector.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers within the food industry, particularly those focused on milk and dairy products as well as bakery goods. Businesses that specialise in ethically sourced products, including gluten-free and dairy-free options, are particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract. Given the requirement for school-compliant products, vendors who understand the specific needs of the education sector will also find valuable prospects to expand their market reach through this procurement opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Milk, Dairy, Bread & Morning Goods

Notice Description

The purpose of this contract is for the supply and distribution of milk, dairy, bread and morning goods, to members and clients of TUCO (Universities, Colleges and the wider Public Sector) The scope of commodities to be covered in the framework are as follows: Milk all variants including dairy alternatives. Creams, butter and spreads. Cheese, yoghurts and eggs. To HE/FE and Local Authorities therefore school compliant products required. Milk all variants that are ethically sourced - higher animal welfare/and or fair price to farmer. Bread all variants including gluten free and free from. Morning goods including rolls, teacakes, confectionery and traybakes. To HE/FE and Local Authorities therefore school compliant products required.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f87e0469-2f6c-4579-9f18-979912afa3fa
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

CPV Codes

15511000 - Milk

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£28,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Jan 2022 - 23 Jan 2026 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
THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LTD (TUCO LTD)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M24 4GL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Rochdale
Electoral Ward
South Middleton
Westminster Constituency
Blackley and Middleton South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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