Tender

Provision of catering (food/drink/technology/equipment) innovation and concept solutions

THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LTD (TUCO LTD)

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Tender

06 Apr 2021 at 10:30

Summary of the contracting process

The University Caterers Organisation Ltd (TUCO Ltd) is currently in the Tender stage for the procurement of "Provision of catering (food/drink/technology/equipment) innovation and concept solutions". This procurement process, valued at £75 million, is focused on the fast-food products sector and has an end date for submissions set for 7th May 2021. The contract is expected to commence on 1st June 2021 and will last until 31st May 2026. The procurement is conducted through a selective method, specifically employing a restricted procedure, and covers delivery across multiple locations including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the catering and food service industry, particularly those specialising in various culinary innovations and technologies. Companies involved in fast-food products or with expertise in specific food categories—such as European, Asian, North and South American foods, as well as sweet treats and beverages—would be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, making this a notable chance for them to engage with a large-scale public contract and potentially expand their market presence.

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Notice Title

Provision of catering (food/drink/technology/equipment) innovation and concept solutions

Notice Description

Establishment of new DPS agreement for renewal of the supply of catering innovation and concept solutions (food, drink and technology/equipment). Lot 1 European Food ; Lot 2 Asian Food; Lot 3 North & South American Food; Lot 4 ROW Food; Lot 5 Sweet treats; Lot 6 Bakery, Bread & Coffee shop; Lot 7 Drinks (non-alcoholic); Lot 8 Drinks (alcoholic); Lot 9 Premium concepts; Lot 10 Rented space / licenced or "master licensee" model; Lot 11 Technology. Members operate across the UK.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aa12bb9e-c0b7-4049-a294-afd21b1abc11
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc23b760-cc38-4862-bebd-939cfa1dfb92
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

15895000 - Fast-food products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2021 - 31 May 2026 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LTD (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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