This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

24 May 2023 at 10:44

Tender

20 Dec 2022 at 13:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Manchester City Council has completed the procurement process for the management of the Manchester Food Board (MFB). The contract falls under the services category and involves research and development services. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with an emphasis on quality, social value, carbon neutrality, and price as award criteria. The contract value is £40,980.37 GBP, with FoodSync being the active supplier. The award was signed on 21st March 2023.

This opportunity presents a chance for businesses, especially SMEs like FoodSync, to engage in projects focusing on food strategy and culture development within Manchester. Companies with a strong emphasis on social and environmental considerations would be well-suited to compete. The contract duration is for 3 years, with a possible extension of up to 2 years, offering the potential for sustained business growth in the locality and surrounding areas of project delivery.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

TC1137 - The Management of Manchester Food Board (MFB)

Notice Description

The aim of the MFB is to work with other relevant partners, organisations and agencies to ensure that Manchester develops and delivers a clearly articulated and dynamic food strategy that takes a holistic approach to food systems and food culture in the city.

Lot Information

Lot 1

TC1137 - The Management of Manchester Food Board (MFB) Additional information: The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk.

Renewal: The Contract period will be for 3 years (36 months) with the option to extend for up to an additional 2 years (24 months).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0392e6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014739-2023
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£123,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£123,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,980 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 May 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Mar 20233 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
Manchester City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M60 2LA
Postcode Area
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FoodSync

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