Tender

Food Supply

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Tender

17 Jan 2025 at 14:16

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has initiated a procurement process for a contract titled "Food Supply," under the industry category of Food, beverages, tobacco and related products (CPV code 15000000). This open procedure tender, with a budget of £9,000,000, aims to secure a partner for the comprehensive supply of food items to the University's internal catering services. The contract duration is 3 years with a possible extension of 2 additional years, and it is intended for the University's Exeter campuses. Interested suppliers must submit their proposals by the tender deadline on 17th February 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract period is expected to start on 1st August 2025 and end on 31st July 2030.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers in the food industry capable of meeting the University’s extensive requirements. The procurement encompasses various categories, including chilled dairy, grocery ambient provisions, chilled and frozen meats, and bakery products. Businesses specialising in seafood, processed food products, and food-serving services would also find this tender suitable. The open procurement method and electronic submission options facilitate broader participation, encouraging capable suppliers to compete and potentially secure a long-term contract with the University of Exeter.

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Notice Title

Food Supply

Notice Description

The University is looking for a partner to supply all food supplies to the University's internal catering functions, (at least) 6 days a week throughout the year, initially on its' two Exeter campuses. The contract will cover the following categories: * Chilled Dairy, Eggs & Processed Provisions * Grocery Ambient Dry Provisions * Chilled & Frozen Meat, Poultry, Game, Fish & Shellfish Provisions * Fresh, Ambient & Frozen Bakery Provisions * Fresh & Frozen Fruit and Vegetable Produce * Non-food Consumables and Chemicals Contract length - 3 years with the option to extend for an additional 2 x 12 month

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University is looking for a partner to supply all food supplies to the University's internal catering functions, (at least) 6 days a week throughout the year, initially on its' two Exeter campuses. The contract will cover the following categories: * Chilled Dairy, Eggs & Processed Provisions * Grocery Ambient Dry Provisions * Chilled & Frozen Meat, Poultry, Game, Fish & Shellfish Provisions * Fresh, Ambient & Frozen Bakery Provisions * Fresh & Frozen Fruit and Vegetable Produce * Non-food Consumables and Chemicals Contract length - 3 years with the option to extend for an additional 2 x 12 month Additional information: Attached as document

Renewal: 3 years with the option to extend for an additional 2 x 12 month

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04d444
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001719-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

15250000 - Seafood

15890000 - Miscellaneous food products and dried goods

15893100 - Food mixes

15894000 - Processed food products

15895000 - Fast-food products

44618420 - Food cans

55300000 - Restaurant and food-serving services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Emily Wadge
Contact Email
e.wadge@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

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