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HCC 09/21 - Framework Agreement for the Supply of Catering Disposables

HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 Mar 2022 at 12:34

Tender

20 Sep 2021 at 12:53

Summary of the contracting process

The Hertfordshire County Council is leading a procurement process for a Framework Agreement titled "HCC 09/21 - Framework Agreement for the Supply of Catering Disposables." This active tender, classified under the goods category, specifically targets the supply of disposable catering supplies, with an estimated annual value of approximately £215,600. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, and the contract duration is set for four years. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 20th October 2021, with the contract having been awarded on 26th February 2022. The procurement is focused in the UKH23 region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating in the catering and disposable supplies sector, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of fulfilling the needs outlined in the procurement documents. Companies that specialise in catering disposables, hygienic supplies, or similar goods would be well-positioned to compete for this framework, as the council is looking for qualified contractors to establish ongoing supply arrangements. Interested organisations are encouraged to express their interest through the designated e-Tendering system to access full procurement details and ensure their participation in this valuable opportunity.

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Notice Title

HCC 09/21 - Framework Agreement for the Supply of Catering Disposables

Notice Description

Herts FullStop (the trading arm of Hertfordshire County Council) is the Contracting Authority, acting on behalf of the Participant, Hampshire County Council, is leading on the procurement process to establish a Framework Agreement for the supply of Catering disposables and is seeking suitably qualified Contractor(s) to supply the Goods under any Agreement resulting from this tendering exercise. Further information in regards to this opportunity can be found in II.2.4) Description of the procurement field (Contract Notice refers). Organisations wishing to take part in this project are invited to 'express interest' which will give access to the full procurement documents in the e-tendering system. Please see VI.3) Additional information for further information. Any questions relating to this procurement must be made via the correspondence area in the e-Tendering system, in accordance with the procurement documents.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The estimated total value of the Framework Agreement is stated in II.1.5) of this notice and is for the duration of this framework agreement, together with the Call-Off Contracts or and their possible durations. For the avoidance of doubt, the estimated annual value of the Framework will be approximately PS215,600. The Framework Agreement will be awarded for four (4) years. Please note that the contract requirements will be subject to available financial resources, supplier performance and flexibility to meet changing demands. There will be no form of exclusivity or volume that is guaranteed under the resultant Framework Agreement and the Council and other participating authorities will be entitled to enter into other contracts and arrangements with other suppliers for the provision of any, or all, of the requirements which are the same as, or similar to those specified under the established Framework Agreement. Organisations should be aware that due to the nature of the Services provided, Framework Agreement formed as a result of this procurement process shall be executed as a deed. Organisations should seek independent legal advice on the implications of this prior to submitting their bid, where appropriate.

Options: This Framework Agreement will be reviewed at the end of the Framework Agreement period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02e287
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007160-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

39222100 - Disposable catering supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£862,400 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£862,400 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£862,400 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Strategic Procurement Group
Contact Email
gianni.tinnirello1@hertfordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORD
Postcode
SG13 8DE
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH23 Hertfordshire CC

Local Authority
East Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Hertford Castle
Westminster Constituency
Hertford and Stortford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

BOWAK

FIRST STOP CATERING AND HYGIENE SUPPLIES

NOBISCO

VALLEY NORTHERN

WATERLOGIC GB

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