This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 Aug 2019 at 09:29

Tender

25 Apr 2019 at 14:22

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process, initiated by FOODBUY EUROPE LIMITED, focuses on a Framework Agreement for supplying chilled and/or frozen meals to the NHS Supply Chain. The title of the tender is "Delivered Ready Prepared Meals," and it falls under the industry category of food services, specifically including soups, prepared meals, and hospital meals. This open procurement process is currently in the Award stage, having been published on 30th July 2019 and currently set to commence on 9th September 2019 and run until 8th March 2020. The estimated value of this contract is £7,350,000, based on historical data and expected growth. Delivery is applicable to various regions, including British Overseas Territories, Europe, and the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their reach within the food supply sector, particularly those that provide prepared meals suitable for the public health and hospital industries. Companies of all sizes, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and larger organisations with capabilities in preparing chilled and frozen meals, should consider competing for this contract. The anticipated growth in contract value, alongside the scope for delivering meals across a wide geographic area, makes this an attractive opportunity for suppliers looking to solidify their presence in the NHS supply chain.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Delivered Ready Prepared Meals

Notice Description

NHS Supply Chain: food, seeks to establish a non-exclusive Framework Agreement for supply and delivery to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the direct/e-Direct route of chilled and/or frozen meals in 2 lots. The Framework Agreement will have a term of 6 months. It is anticipated that in the first 6 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be in the region of 7 350 000 GBP. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth. The values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-694bc9d0-3a27-4e31-a546-8ce62e6b4469
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df0d62f1-0af5-4653-883c-178f0b0bc41e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15891000 - Soups and broths

15894200 - Prepared meals

15894220 - Hospital meals

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,350,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£7,350,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20197 years ago
Contract Period
9 Sep 2019 - 8 Mar 2020 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOODBUY EUROPE LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
B
Postcode
B45 9PZ
Postcode Area
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Rubery & Rednal
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Northfield

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