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Provision of Prisoner and Non-Prisoner Food

Ministry of Justice

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

23 Aug 2024 at 09:15

Tender Notice
Tender

30 Jul 2024 at 17:12

Tender Notice
Planning

06 Jul 2023 at 14:25

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

In a recently completed procurement process, the Ministry of Justice awarded a contract valued at £826,730,000 to BFS Group Limited for the provision of food and drink products across the prison estate in England and Wales. The contract, managed via the Open procedure, aims to fulfill statutory obligations, ensuring approximately 87,400 prisoners, alongside staff and visitors, have access to essential food services. Spanning from 3rd May 2026 to 2nd May 2034, subject to extensions, this procurement falls under the category of "Food, beverages, tobacco and related products". Regions covered include the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the Rest of the World.

This tender opportunity provides significant growth potential for businesses in the food supply sector, particularly those with capabilities in meeting diverse dietary, cultural, and security requirements associated with prison services. It is well-suited for suppliers capable of handling large-scale distribution effectively and providing consistent quality and value, as expected by public institutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) were invited to participate, showcasing the Ministry's commitment to inclusive business practices. With a contract duration stretching to potentially eight years, businesses that possess the logistical efficiency and adaptability in food supply are in a prime position to thrive within this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Prisoner and Non-Prisoner Food

Notice Description

The Authority is undertaking this procurement, via the Open procedure, with the aim of awarding to a single supplier to provide the provision of food and drink products across across the prison estate in England and Wales; this equates to a population of approximately 87,400 prisoners (as of 26th July 2024) in addition to provision for some staff facilities and visitor centres. This provision aids the Authority in fulfilling its statutory and policy obligations in relation to ensuring prisoners have access to food and drink. The Authority requires a single supplier with the ability to perform the specification as set out in the Invitation to Tender. The contract will be let on the basis of an initial term of 03/05/2026 to 02/05/2031. Further options are available which may take the total contract term to an end date of 02/05/2034 on a 2 years (03/05/2031 to 02/05/2033) plus 1 year (03/05/2033 to 02/05/2034) basis. Price review clauses also apply at regular intervals throughout the contract term as detailed in the Terms and Conditions. All documents are available electronically, free of charge, at https://ministryofjusticecommercial.bravosolution.co.uk Please also see the FTS Notice here https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023789-2024

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ce2bce71-afae-4833-8a11-fc602365fdca
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7816d71a-6b25-48b0-90ea-71c9e3caa609
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

15200000 - Prepared and preserved fish

15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products

15500000 - Dairy products

15830000 - Sugar and related products

15840000 - Cocoa; chocolate and sugar confectionery

15850000 - Pasta products

15860000 - Coffee, tea and related products

15870000 - Condiments and seasonings

15890000 - Miscellaneous food products and dried goods

15891000 - Soups and broths

15893000 - Dry goods

15894000 - Processed food products

15896000 - Deep-frozen products

15897200 - Canned goods

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£879,600,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Aug 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
21 Jul 2023Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 May 2026 - 2 May 2034 Over 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
Ministry of Justice
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Postcode Area
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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