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Framework Mini-Competition: Provision of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables to the University of Manchester

UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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12 Mar 2019 at 10:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester has completed a procurement process for the provision of fresh fruit and vegetables, valued at £1.5 million. The procurement method involved a selective approach through a mini-competition under The University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) Framework Agreement, focusing on the supply and distribution of fresh produce. The contract period runs from 1st February 2019 to 31st January 2022, and the awarded suppliers are SET Produce Ltd and BIDFRESH LIMITED t/a Oliver Kay Produce. The mini-competition process concluded on 4th September 2018, and the award was published on 12th March 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the food supply industry, particularly those specialising in fresh fruits and vegetables. Companies that can efficiently source, distribute, and meet the quality standards required by large educational institutions such as the University of Manchester would be well-positioned to participate in future tenders. As this procurement was conducted under a framework agreement, other related opportunities may arise, inviting further competition and collaboration among suppliers in the market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Mini-Competition: Provision of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables to the University of Manchester

Notice Description

The University has appointed a supplier or suppliers for the provision of fresh fruit and vegetables. The appointment was by means of a mini-competition through The University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) Framework Agreement for: The supply & distribution of fresh fruit and vegetables and related products (CAT11037-TU).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a2cd18d8-54bd-4704-b559-5f0158346651
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f32372e3-71d4-436c-819b-c24fb3d6a9fc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20197 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2019 - 31 Jan 2022 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
UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

BIDFRESH LIMITED T/A OLIVER KAY PRODUCE

SET PRODUCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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