Tender

School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme - Supply 2024

NHS SUPPLY CHAIN

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Tender

20 Feb 2024 at 15:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Supply Chain is seeking suppliers for the "School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme - Supply 2024" tender. The procurement involves supplying fruit and vegetable products to distribution hubs in England. The contract period is from August 25, 2024, to August 24, 2028. The anticipated value of the Framework Agreement is around £125,400,000. The deadline for tender submissions is March 21, 2024. The procurement method is an open procedure above threshold, suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, in the goods category.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses looking to supply fruit and vegetable products to schools in England. Companies with the capacity to deliver to distribution hubs, collaborate with NHS Supply Chain: Food and Schools, and manage the distribution effectively would be well-suited. The anticipated value of the contract over 48 months is approximately £125,400,000, aiming to benefit primary schools participating in the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme - Supply 2024

Notice Description

NHS Supply Chain: Food is seeking suppliers who will have the capacity and capability to' deliver and possess the drive to work collaboratively with NHS Supply Chain: Food and Schools to provide the right solution and manage the Distribution into Schools as part of the SFVS. This procurement is for: The supply of fruit and vegetable products under the SFVS to be delivered to nominated distribution hubs in England. SFVS is a Government funded initiative that supplies a piece of fruit or vegetable to all key stage 1 children (ages 4-7) in England for consumption up to 190 days each academic year. It is anticipated that in the first 24 months the value of the Framework Agreement will be in the region of PS62,700,000. This is based on the around 16,520 Primary Schools currently using the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value of the Framework Agreement will be in the region of PS125,400,000. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information. The values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8b94487b-f848-41db-ad62-1ff035343eed
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bda14d66-3a4e-421c-8c8d-61b74e17e427
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

CPV Codes

15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£125,400,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Aug 2024 - 24 Aug 2028 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
NHS SUPPLY CHAIN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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