This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

28 Mar 2024 at 11:20

Award

27 Mar 2024 at 14:56

Tender

19 Oct 2023 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves TUCO Ltd seeking suppliers for the supply and distribution of spirits, core wines, beer, and cider. The contract covers various alcoholic beverages for universities, colleges, and the wider public sector. The agreement commences on 15 March 2024 until 14 March 2026, with the option to extend until 14 March 2028. Tenderers must submit responses within the specified timeframe mentioned in the tender documents. The current procurement stage is the award phase, with key deadlines set for evaluating and awarding contracts.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of alcoholic beverages to universities, colleges, and public sector entities. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and large-scale suppliers in the distilled alcoholic beverages industry would be well-suited to compete. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing fair competition among suppliers. Considering the scope and duration of the agreement, suppliers capable of meeting the demands of a diverse clientele over an extended period would find this tender conducive for business growth.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

ALC23 Spirits and Core Wines, Beer and Cider

Notice Description

This purpose of this contract is for the supply and distribution of spirits and core wines, beer and cider to members and clients of TUCO (Universities, Colleges and the wider Public Sector).The scope of products to be covered in the framework are as follows but not limited to:Draught and packaged beers and cider to include core, craft and speciality.Spirits and fortified wines, RTD,Wines ,Low/no alcohol options across all lots - and it is envisaged that suppliers will be able to cover the full scope of products within each of the lots. The new framework agreement will commence on 15 March 2024 until 14 March 2026 with the option to extend by 2 x 12 months until 14 March 2028.Tenderers are required to submit their responses within the timescale specified within the tender documents.

Lot Information

Draught Beers and Ciders

This lot will focus on the supply and distribution of core, craft and speciality draught alcoholic drinks such as beer, cider, stout and ale to members and clients of TUCO. Lead brewer is responsible for maintaining the cellar, pumps, lines etc. at no additional cost. Additional information: Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs

Renewal: Option to extend by 2, 1-year extensions up until 14.03.2028. This will be subject to performance.

Packaged Beers and Cider

This lot will focus on the supply and distribution of core, craft and speciality packaged alcoholic drinks such as beer and ciders available in bottles, cans etc. to members and clients of TUCO. Additional information: Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs

Renewal: Option to extend by 2, 1-year extensions up until 14.03.2028. This will be subject to performance.

Spirits and Fortified Wine

This lot will focus on the supply and distribution of spirits and fortified wines required by TUCO members for their bars and hospitality events. Additional information: Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs

Renewal: Option to extend by 2, 1-year extensions up until 14.03.2028. This will be subject to performance.

Core Wines and all Wines

This lot will focus on the supply and distribution of core wines and other wines required by TUCO members for their bars and hospitality events. Additional information: Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs

Renewal: Option to extend by 2, 1-year extensions up until 14.03.2028. This will be subject to performance.

One Stop Shop (i.e. draught, packaged, spirits and wines)

This lot will focus on the supply and distribution of all products covered in Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 enabling our members to call off from this agreement if they are looking to use a one stop shop approach. Requires the supply of beers, ciders, spirits, fortified wines and core and all wines required for bars and hospitality events. Additional information: Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs

Renewal: Option to extend by 2, 1-year extensions up until 14.03.2028. This will be subject to performance.

Independent Brewers

This lot will focus on the supply and distribution of beer, cider, stout, ale from smaller scale independent brewers required by TUCO members for their bars and hospitality events. Additional information: Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs

Renewal: Option to extend by 2, 1-year extensions up until 14.03.2028. This will be subject to performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-040d62
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010229-2024
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

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15910000 - Distilled alcoholic beverages

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£56,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£34,500,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£5,600,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Mar 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Feb 20242 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
48 months

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TUCO Ltd
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M2 5GP
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
13
Supplier Names

BFS Group Limited T/A Bidfood

Carlsberg Marston's Brewing Company

Dayla Limited

Enotria Winecellars Ltd

Greene King Brewing and Retailing Limited

HB Clark & Co (Successors) Ltd

House of Townend Ltd

J W Lees and Co (Brewers) Ltd

LWC Drinks Limited

Matthew Clark Bibendum Ltd

Molson Coors Brewing Company (UK) Limited

Stewart Wines Ltd.

Yattendon Brewing Company LTD

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