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CA15779 - Darlington College - ITT - The Provision of Snacks and Soft Drinks

DARLINGTON COLLEGE

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AwardUpdate

14 Jul 2025 at 11:45

Award Notice
Tender

08 May 2025 at 15:27

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Darlington College has completed a procurement process for the provision of snacks and soft drinks, identified as CA15779. The contract was awarded to BESTWAY WHOLESALE LIMITED and involves the supply of goods classified under confectionery, snacks, and soft drinks. This open procedure tender was initiated on 8 May 2025, with the award status updated on 14 July 2025. The contract period spans from 28 July 2025 to 27 July 2028. Located in Darlington, England, the buying institution is committed to supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs), although not targeting voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the food and beverage sector, particularly those specializing in snack foods and soft drinks. With its completion, SMEs have a potential for growth by establishing partnerships with educational institutions such as Darlington College. Businesses equipped with the logistics to supply diverse global locations, including British Overseas Territories and the United Kingdom, are well-positioned to benefit from such contracts, offering an attractive opportunity to expand their customer base and build long-term relationships. The open procurement method facilitates widespread participation, allowing suitable and competitive suppliers to access new markets and demonstrate their capability in fulfilling large-scale contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA15779 - Darlington College - ITT - The Provision of Snacks and Soft Drinks

Notice Description

Darlington College are seeking to appoint a supplier for the provision of snacks and soft drinks products. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA15779. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA15779 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-79becae8-8dd6-432e-8722-011e14b062b6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fda3788b-a8eb-4e4f-b136-b9b30b00d67b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

CPV Codes

15842300 - Confectionery

15894400 - Snacks

15982000 - Soft drinks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£460,337 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
27 Jul 2025 - 27 Jul 2028 3-4 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
DARLINGTON COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL1 1DR
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Stephenson
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BESTWAY WHOLESALE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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