Planning

CAT-20-006 Commercial Catering, Cooking and Holding Equipment

EDUCATION AUTHORITY

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Planning

02 Apr 2021 at 20:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Education Authority is planning a procurement process titled "CAT-20-006 Commercial Catering, Cooking and Holding Equipment" aimed at establishing a framework for the supply and delivery of various catering equipment to school kitchens across Northern Ireland. This procurement is categorised under goods, specifically commercial ovens, and is currently in the planning stage. Interested suppliers should note that a pre-market engagement meeting is scheduled for 13/14 April 2021, with an email RSVP deadline of 09 April 2021. The estimated publication date for tender documentation is subject to change, with future notices expected around 21 May 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of commercial catering equipment, particularly those offering boiling pans, bain maries, and food transport solutions. Companies that specialise in manufacturing or distributing such products will be well positioned to compete. Engaging in the pre-market meetings could provide valuable insights into the Education Authority's specific requirements, enhancing the chances of successful bids when the tender is formally launched.

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Notice Title

CAT-20-006 Commercial Catering, Cooking and Holding Equipment

Notice Description

The Education Authority wishes to establish a framework for Commercial Catering, Cooking and Holding Equipment (namely Boiling Pans, Bain Maries, Hot Cupboards, Heated Trolleys, Hot and Cold Food Display Units and Food Transport Equipment) for supply and delivery to School Meals Kitchens throughout Northern Ireland. EA wish to carry out pre-market engagement with interested suppliers to investigate the current market capabilities and gain knowledge about existing and future items which will assist the tender panel with the development of the tender documentation. This will ensure existing and future requirements are met and will also provide procurement awareness for suppliers regarding EA's requirements for the purchase of these items.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Education Authority wishes to establish a framework for Commercial Catering, Cooking and Holding Equipment (namely Boiling Pans, Bain Maries, Hot Cupboards, Heated Trolleys, Hot and Cold Food Display Units and Food Transport Equipment) for supply and delivery to School Meals Kitchens throughout Northern Ireland. Additional information: The estimated date of publication at II.3 is subject to change.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02a287
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006934-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

39711360 - Ovens

39711361 - Electric ovens

42214100 - Cooking ovens

42341000 - Commercial ovens

42942000 - Ovens and accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 May 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EDUCATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
catering.procure@eani.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ARMAGH
Postcode
BT61 9AX
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN07 Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Electoral Ward
The Mall
Westminster Constituency
Newry and Armagh

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