Tender

CAT-21-002 Fresh Fruit and Vegetables

EDUCATION AUTHORITY

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26 Aug 2021 at 12:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Education Authority, based in Armagh, United Kingdom, has initiated a tender titled "CAT-21-002 Fresh Fruit and Vegetables" to establish a framework for the supply and delivery of fresh produce to School Meals Kitchens throughout Northern Ireland. Currently in the Planning stage, this procurement is classified under the goods category, specifically for fruit and vegetables. The authority invites interested suppliers to participate in pre-market engagement meetings scheduled for 22 and 23 September 2021, with the deadline for expressions of interest extended to 12:00 on 9 September 2021.

This procurement opportunity presents significant avenues for business growth, particularly for suppliers specialising in fresh fruit and vegetables. Businesses that can provide quality produce, demonstrate capacity for large-scale delivery, and engage in sustainable practices will be well-positioned to compete effectively. Participating in the pre-market engagement meetings will allow potential suppliers to align their offerings with the Education Authority's requirements, enhancing their chances of success in future procurement processes.

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Notice Title

CAT-21-002 Fresh Fruit and Vegetables

Notice Description

The Education Authority wishes to establish a framework for the supply and delivery of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables for 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 products 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 products.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02da15
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021157-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Not Specified
Lots Status
Not Specified
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
Not specified

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

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