Award

RMCS 043 - Supply & Delivery of Greengroceries

SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

12 Feb 2025 at 12:05

Tender

07 Nov 2024 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

Shropshire Council has issued a contract award notice for the "Supply & Delivery of Greengroceries" (contract ID: RMCS 043). This procurement, under the industry category "Fruit, vegetables and related products," involves the supply and delivery of greengrocery products to schools and establishments in regions including Shropshire, North Wales, Staffordshire, West Midlands, and Worcestershire. The process consists of two lots. It began on 1 February 2025, with the potential for up to four one-year extensions. The procurement method is an open procedure, and Shropshire Council serves as the contracting authority, focusing on value for money and high-quality produce.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs, as it encompasses a substantial annual value of approximately £350,000, potentially extending to £1,750,000 over five years. A variety of businesses in the food supply and logistics sectors, particularly those specialising in fresh fruits, vegetables, and dairy products, would be well-suited to bid. The contract's requirements for daily or as-needed deliveries, along with a focus on quality and innovation in healthy eating, imply that businesses capable of providing consistent, high-standard produce will have a competitive edge.

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Notice Title

RMCS 043 - Supply & Delivery of Greengroceries

Notice Description

This is a contract award notice for the Supply & Delivery of Greengrocery Products to schools and establishments within the listed regions for consumption at mealtimes and may also include product requirements for hospitality and other ad-hoc or planned events. The contract will consist of two lots. Contractors can bid for one Lot, or both Lots. Please refer to Appendix A for a list of all current establishment name and address details for each lot. *Lot 1: Shropshire and North Wales *Lot 2: Staffordshire, West Midlands, and Worcestershire

Lot Information

Lot 1: Shropshire and North Wales

Shire Services is a part of Shropshire Council that provides catering services to Primary schools, Secondary schools and other establishments based in North Wales, Shropshire, West Midlands, Staffordshire and Worcestershire. Other geographical areas and establishments may be added to this arrangement should new business be obtained by Shropshire Council (the Council). Additionally, if business and establishments are lost, the geographical area and list of establishments may reduce. This contract is for the Supply & Delivery of Greengrocery Products to schools and establishments within the listed regions for consumption at mealtimes and may also include product requirements for hospitality and other ad-hoc or planned events. The contract will consist of two lots. Contractors can bid for one Lot, or both Lots. Please refer to Appendix A for a list of all current establishment name and address details for each lot. *Lot 1: Shropshire and North Wales *Lot 2: Staffordshire, West Midlands, and Worcestershire Please refer to Appendix A for a list of all current establishment name and address details for each lot. Deliveries of these products are to be made daily or as required by individual establishments. Greengrocery products may include but are not limited to those listed; *Fresh fruits (e.g., apples, bananas, oranges) *Fresh vegetables (e.g., carrots, spinach, bell peppers) *Herbs (e.g., basil, parsley, mint) *Leafy greens (e.g., lettuce, kale, arugula) *Root vegetables (e.g., potatoes, onions, beets) *Tomatoes *Avocados *Berries (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) *Dairy (e.g., milk, eggs, yoghourt) The duration of the contract being offered is one year commencing on the 1st of February 2025, with the potential for an extension of up to a further four one-year periods, on the same terms and conditions without the right to further extend. The successful contractor must be able to offer a consistently high standard of produce during the course of the contract term demonstrating innovation, a passion for food whilst offering good wholesome healthy eating options within the product range. To achieve overall value for money is an objective of this tender. However please note that Shire Services is not obliged to accept the lowest price, and the contract award will be in line with the marking matrix published within the tender specification where focus will also be given to product quality and social value the supplier can offer. The annual value of this contract is expected to be PS350,000 with the 5-year contract value being PS1,750,000 Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/KH9B2VSK9N

Renewal: This contract can be extended for a further four one-year periods from 01.02.2026

Lot 2: Staffordshire, West Midlands, and Worcestershire

This is a contract award notice for the Supply & Delivery of Greengrocery Products to schools and establishments within the listed regions for consumption at mealtimes and may also include product requirements for hospitality and other ad-hoc or planned events.

Renewal: This contract can be extended by a further four one-year periods

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b49b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004711-2025
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

03221000 - Vegetables

03221200 - Fruit vegetables

15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,750,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,750,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,530,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
5 years

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL IS PURCHASING ON BEHALF OF ITSELF AND ANY WHOLLY OWNED LOCAL AUTHORITY COMPANY OR OTHER ENTITY THAT IS DEEMED TO BE A CONTRACTING AUTHORITY BY VIRTUE OF THE COUNCIL’S INVOLVEMENT.

Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@shropshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1743252992

Buyer Location

Locality
SHREWSBURY
Postcode
SY2 6ND
Post Town
Shrewsbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG22 Shropshire
Delivery Location
TLG22 Shropshire

Local Authority
Shropshire
Electoral Ward
Abbey
Westminster Constituency
Shrewsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROWLANDS & CO (SHREWSBURY

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