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Sandwiches and Associated Products (2026 - 2030)

THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

Award

03 Jun 2026 at 12:48

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
AwardUpdate

06 May 2026 at 15:36

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
AwardUpdate

06 May 2026 at 09:00

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

05 May 2026 at 16:08

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 08:54

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

23 Apr 2025 at 15:01

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Sandwiches and Associated Products (2026 - 2030)" framework was initiated by The University Caterers Organisation Limited (TUCO), located in Manchester, United Kingdom. This open procedure under the Procurement Act 2023 aims to establish a framework agreement with an estimated total value of £96 million, including VAT, shared across three lots. The framework covers a wide array of sandwich and associated products and is set to commence on 1st July 2026, with the possibility of extending annually until the maximum extent date of 30th June 2030. The procurement process has entered the award stage, with contracts signed on 3rd June 2026, representing the completion of the tender phase.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, mainly targeting suppliers within the food and beverage industry that can provide a broad range of sandwich and related products. Ideal businesses to compete are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities to meet diverse dietary requirements across educational, healthcare, and various public sector organisations. The framework offers potential high-volume contracts, facilitating long-term relationships with multiple public sector entities, thereby providing a stable revenue stream and increased market reach for successful suppliers. Additionally, the open procedure allows for wide participation, encouraging competitiveness and innovation in product offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sandwiches and Associated Products (2026 - 2030)

Notice Description

The purpose of this planned procurement is to establish a (closed) framework for the supply and distribution of Sandwiches and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO (Universities, Colleges and the wider Public Sector). This procurement follows an Open Procedure under Procurement Act 2023. The duration of this (closed) framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years. The annual spend through the (closed) Framework is estimated at PS20 million The total spend through the (closed) framework (over the maximum 4 years) is estimated at PS80 million. The scope of products to be covered in the framework are as follows but not limited to: * Sandwich wedges * Rolls * Wraps * Toasties * Paninis * Baguettes * Sausage rolls * Pies * Bakery products, e.g. muffins, cakes * Salads * Sushi * Fruit pots * Yogurt pots * Fruit or snack (as part of the meal deal offer) * Soft drinks (as part of the meal deal offer) * Cater pack which could consist of one or more the above products * Hospitality platter which could consist of one or more the above products * Lunch bag or grab and go bag/box which could consist of one or more the above products, e.g. one sandwich, one fruit pot, one snack and a bottle of water * Breakfast products, e.g., cereal pot, overnight oats It is envisaged that suppliers will be able to cover the full scope of products for each lot. The Framework total value is estimated at PS96m including VAT, this value may be shared with all 3 lots.

Lot Information

Sandwiches and associated products for Local Authorities

Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with option to extend annually till 30/06/2030. TUCO reserve the right to extend lots by varying durations

Sandwiches and associated products for healthcare

Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with option to extend annually till 30/06/2030. TUCO reserve the right to extend lots by varying durations

Sandwiches and associated products for FE,HE and other members

Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with option to extend annually till 30/06/2030. TUCO reserve the right to extend lots by varying durations

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050677
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052313-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

CPV Codes

15810000 - Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes

15811000 - Bread products

15811500 - Prepared bread products

15811510 - Sandwiches

15811511 - Prepared sandwiches

15812000 - Pastry goods and cakes

15812100 - Pastry goods

15812200 - Cakes

15821000 - Toasted bread products and pastry goods

15821100 - Toasted bread products

15850000 - Pasta products

15894200 - Prepared meals

15981000 - Mineral water

15982000 - Soft drinks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£80,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£96,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
£96,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
2 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
5 May 20264 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-02-04

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED
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
12
Supplier Names

Anchor Catering

FRESH BITE CO ( LONDON ) LTD

ON A ROLL SANDWICH COMPANY LIMITED

RAYNOR FOODS LIMITED

Samba Catering Limited

Samworth Brothers

Simply Lunch

Lime Tree Foods

Sandwich Larder Ltd

Tamar Fresh Ltd

THE SOHO SANDWICH COMPANY LTD

Tiffin Sandwiches Ltd

Further Information

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