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Supply and Distibution of Fresh Fruit Vegetables and Associated Products

TUCO Ltd

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27 Aug 2018 at 12:09

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves TUCO Ltd, based in Manchester, seeking suppliers for the supply and distribution of fresh fruit and vegetables and associated products. This contract, valued at approximately £35 million, is classified under the goods category, specifically covering CPV code 15300000. The tender process was initiated with a restricted procedure and has recently reached the award stage, with the contract period running from 1st August 2018 to 31st July 2020. The tender period concluded on 27th July 2018.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies within the food supply chain, particularly those involved in the sourcing, processing, and distribution of fresh produce. Businesses focused on supplying perishable goods, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), would be well-suited to compete. Given the tender’s regional lot approach, suppliers can target specific geographic areas, which can enhance their competitive positioning within the marketplace.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and Distibution of Fresh Fruit Vegetables and Associated Products

Notice Description

The Supply and Distribution of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables to all TUCO members and clients. Award will be in Regional Lots. TUCO Ltd are seeking to award to a number of suppliers within each regional Lot. The primary area of supply is fresh fruit and vegetables. Fruit salad and prepared fruit and vegetables will also be included. There may be a requirement for fresh milk, cream, bread and morning goods to be delivered to some sites. All documentation is available via https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tpl Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dfce8a3a-26f6-43c3-a97f-c14364d56f55
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bea9471d-ea00-44a2-951b-359771532d1b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£35,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Aug 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20188 years ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2018 - 31 Jul 2020 2-3 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
TUCO Ltd
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M2 7LE
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
15
Supplier Names

GW Price Ltd

Ron Chalker ( The Potato Man ) Ltd

Sysco GB Limited

The Veg Factor

Start Fresh Limited

Reynolds

Oliver Kay

Kale & Damson

Creed

Pilgrim Foodservice

Total Produce

Country Fresh

Reynolds Catering Supplies Ltd

XXXX

Stuarts Foods Ltd

Further Information

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