Award

HCC Feb 2022 - The Supply of Fresh Produce

HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 Jun 2022 at 10:51

Tender

16 Feb 2022 at 11:54

Summary of the contracting process

The Hertfordshire County Council has recently concluded a procurement process for the supply of fresh produce, titled "HCC Feb 2022 - The Supply of Fresh Produce." This tender was classified under the goods category, specifically focusing on fruits, vegetables, and related products with a contract value of approximately £10 million. The procurement followed an open procedure, and the award was officially made on 6th June 2022 after the tender period ended on 24th March 2022. The procurement process covered various establishments within Hertfordshire County, located in the UKH23 region.

This opportunity offers significant potential for businesses in the agricultural and produce sectors, particularly those specialising in fresh fruits and vegetables. Companies that possess a strong capability in managing supply chains, maintaining quality assurance, and demonstrating sustainable farming practices would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts. As Hertfordshire County Council frequently updates its procurement needs, staying engaged with their forthcoming tender opportunities can facilitate growth for businesses looking to expand within the public sector supply chain.

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Notice Title

HCC Feb 2022 - The Supply of Fresh Produce

Notice Description

This is an Award Notice and this opportunity is now closed.Hertfordshire Catering Limited (HCL) went out to procurement for The Supply of Fresh Produce. A Contract has been awarded.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is an Award Notice and this opportunity is now closed.Hertfordshire Catering Limited (HCL) is a limited company, limited by a single share wholly owned by Hertfordshire County Council (HCC). The Contract for The Supply of Fresh Produce on an as required basis to various establishments throughout the HCL estate, has been awarded.

Renewal: The Contract will be reviewed at the end of the Contract Period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0317b6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016243-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

03200000 - Cereals, potatoes, vegetables, fruits and nuts

03220000 - Vegetables, fruits and nuts

03221000 - Vegetables

03221100 - Root and tuber vegetables

03221110 - Root vegetables

03221120 - Tuber vegetables

03221200 - Fruit vegetables

03221300 - Leaf vegetables

03221400 - Cabbage vegetables

15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products

15510000 - Milk and cream

15872000 - Herbs and spices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,500,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jun 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
anita.shipman@hertfordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01707292601

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
1
Supplier Name

HISTON PRODUCE

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