Tender

Food To Go - NCIC

NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

22 Jul 2025 at 15:03

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust pertains to the provision of "Food To Go" services, with a focus on the food, beverages, tobacco, and related products category. The contract is valued at £170,000 and will be conducted through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process is currently active, with key dates including a tender submission deadline of 21st August 2025. The procurement locations include the North West region of the United Kingdom, with delivery addresses specified in Whitehaven, CA28 8JG. The contract period is set to commence on 1st November 2025 and conclude on 31st October 2029.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for suppliers in the food and beverage industry, particularly those specialising in prepared and toasted sandwich products. The opportunity is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as highlighted in the procurement details. Businesses in a position to offer competitive pricing and reliable delivery services within the specified framework arrangements could see significant growth potential from this contract. The procurement process is managed through the NHS Supply Chain framework, and interested parties are encouraged to engage through the Atamis e-sourcing portal to express their interest and submit proposals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Food To Go - NCIC

Notice Description

Via the use of a Mini-Competition process within the NHS Supply Chain framework, reference 2024/S 000-010195 Fresh and Food to Go Direct Solutions, North Cumbria Integrated Care wish to enter contract with a suitably qualified provider(s) for the provision of Food to Go. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8f83f65f-25ba-488f-84e9-06202bb3ade7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09a5774b-0cb6-450b-983d-552691928a87
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
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

15811510 - Sandwiches

15811511 - Prepared sandwiches

15821100 - Toasted bread products

15894600 - Sandwich fillings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2029 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
NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Matthew Gardner
Contact Email
matthew.gardner@mbht.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WHITEHAVEN
Postcode
CA28 8JG
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Mirehouse
Westminster Constituency
Whitehaven and Workington

Further Information

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