Tender

Supply and Distibution of Fresh Fruit Vegetables and Associated Products

TUCO LTD

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Tender

10 Mar 2018 at 10:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

TUCO Ltd is initiating a tender for the "Supply and Distribution of Fresh Fruit Vegetables and Associated Products," which is categorised under goods in the food industry. The procurement is focused on supplying fresh fruit and vegetables to TUCO members and clients, with regional lots to be awarded to multiple suppliers. The tender period is currently active and will close on 6 April 2018. The estimated contract value is £35,000,000, with a minimum value of £24,000,000. The contract is set to commence on 1 July 2018 and run until 30 June 2020, covering delivery locations across the UK and other territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the agriculture and food distribution sectors, particularly those specialising in fresh produce. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is structured to accommodate multiple suppliers through a selective, restricted procedure. Businesses capable of meeting diverse delivery requirements, including potential additional items like milk and bread, will find this an advantageous opportunity to expand their market reach and establish lasting contracts with TUCO Ltd.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and Distibution of Fresh Fruit Vegetables and Associated Products

Notice Description

The Supply and Distribution of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables to all TUCO members and clients. Award will be in Regional Lots. TUCO Ltd are seeking to award to a number of suppliers within each regional Lot. The primary area of supply is fresh fruit and vegetables. Fruit salad and prepared fruit and vegetables will also be included. There may be a requirement for fresh milk, cream, bread and morning goods to be delivered to some sites. All documentation is available via https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tpl Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fcf9a24-7bf2-41b5-bd6a-6a3e1ffc981f
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

15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Apr 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2018 - 30 Jun 2020 2-3 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
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
M2 7LE
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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