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UKRI-5389 Supply of Fruit and Vegetables

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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22 Jul 2026 at 15:23

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "UKRI-5389 Supply of Fruit and Vegetables" was successfully completed by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). This contract relates to the provision of fruit and vegetables under the goods category with a focus on fruit vegetables as classified by CPV 03221200. The contract, valued at £175,000, covers a diverse range of delivery locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and the UK. The process followed a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement under TUCO framework CAT11061-TU. The award was published on 22nd July 2026, and the contract spans from 13th July 2026 to 12th July 2028, with options for two additional 12-month extensions.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for enterprises capable of supplying large volumes of produce to multiple international locations. Although the procurement does not specifically cater to SMEs or VCSEs, larger businesses or those with extensive distribution capabilities are best suited to compete in such tenders, ideally having experience in framework agreements like TUCO. The contract ensures a stable client base and potential expansion into other related product offerings, benefiting businesses looking to strengthen their presence in the public sector and expand their distribution network. With a strong foundation in logistics and supply chain management, businesses involved in the cultivation, distribution, or retail of fresh produce may find this procurement a valuable venture.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5389 Supply of Fruit and Vegetables

Notice Description

UKRI have awarded a contract to a supplier to provide fruit and vegetables to one of their facilities for an initial term of 2 years, with 2 optional 12-month extensions. This call-off contract has been awarded under the TUCO framework CAT11061-TU Fresh Fruit and Vegetables and Related Products.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a45cb44f-856a-440d-b9de-6f6fd84357f4
Current Stage
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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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

CPV Codes

03221200 - Fruit vegetables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£87,693 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2028 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
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WITHHELD FOR SECURITY REASONS

Further Information

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