Tender

Commercial Kitchen Equipment

ANCHOR HANOVER GROUP

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

18 Nov 2025 at 11:16

Planning

05 Sep 2025 at 08:08

Planning

19 May 2025 at 13:07

Summary of the contracting process

The Anchor Hanover Group, a sub-central government public authority located in Bradford, seeks suppliers through an open competitive tender to provide commercial kitchen equipment and services across its UK network. The procurement process, titled "Commercial Kitchen Equipment," is active at the tender stage, with submissions due by 15 December 2025 and the contract commencing on 1 April 2026 for an initial three-year period, potentially extending up to three more years. This procurement is valued at approximately £6,000,000 and is divided into two lots: Lot 1 for heavy commercial equipment and installation, and Lot 2 for light equipment and consumables supply. Deliveries are expected across multiple UK regions including UKC, UKD, UKE, and others.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in commercial kitchen equipment and associated services. SMEs in particular may find this opportunity suitable due to the tender's allowances for smaller enterprises. Companies with capabilities in equipment lifecycle management, including supply, installation, and maintenance, are well-placed to compete for Lot 1, while those experienced in the supply and distribution of kitchenware and consumables may find Lot 2 advantageous. The tender allows for electronic submission via Anchor's E-Procurement Portal, facilitating streamlined participation. This procurement process could support business growth through a significant, structured long-term contract with one of the largest providers of housing and care for those in later life in England.

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Notice Title

Commercial Kitchen Equipment

Notice Description

Anchor Hanover Group is seeking to appoint bidders for the provision of commercial catering equipment, kitchenware, consumables, and associated installation services across its national portfolio. The successful bidder(s) will provide goods and services to approximately 200 commercial kitchens within 120 care homes and 70 extra care locations. The estimated spend over the maximum contract term is PS6,000,000 (INC VAT). The contract is scheduled to commence on April 1, 2026, for an initial period of 3 years, with the option to extend for up to a further 3 years (2 + 1). Lot Structure and Scope The tender is divided into two distinct service streams, and bidders may secure one or both lots. LOT 1 - Heavy Commercial Equipment (Supply and Fit) This lot covers the complete lifecycle management of all heavy, installed commercial catering equipment. The Lot 1 Contractor will be responsible for the supply of all specified heavy-duty equipment (e.g., refrigeration, ovens, warewashing) via a managed e-catalogue. The scope requires a comprehensive service that includes mandatory site surveys, professional installation by qualified engineers, and full commissioning. Furthermore, the contractor must manage the safe decommissioning and WEEE-compliant disposal of all redundant heavy equipment. A fully managed Single Point of Contact (SPOC) administrative service for all in-warranty claims is required. Contractual Basis: Anchor's Standard Goods & Services Contract terms. LOT 2 - Light Equipment, Kitchenware & Consumables (Supply Only) This lot covers the supply and delivery of all non-technical light catering goods via a managed e-catalogue. The Lot 2 Contractor will be responsible for the e-catalogue-based supply and delivery of all commercial catering light equipment, kitchenware, and consumables, adhering to the quality specifications. Responsibilities include the ongoing maintenance of the e-catalogue, ensuring all product data and pricing are accurate. The contractor must also provide an efficient, no-fee returns policy for any defective, damaged, or incorrectly supplied goods. Contractual Basis - Anchor's Standard Goods Contract terms. The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://anchor.my.site.com/s/Welcome Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via https://anchor.my.site.com/s/Welcome Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted to the above-mentioned address

Lot Information

Heavy Commercial Equipment

This lot covers the complete lifecycle management of all heavy, installed commercial catering equipment. The successful bidder will be responsible for: * The supply of all specified heavy-duty equipment (e.g., refrigeration, ovens, warewashing ) via a managed e-catalogue. * A comprehensive service that includes mandatory site surveys , professional installation by qualified engineers , and full commissioning. * The safe decommissioning and WEEE-compliant disposal of all redundant heavy equipment. * A fully managed Single Point of Contact (SPOC) administrative service for all in-warranty claims, where the Contractor manages the claim with the manufacturer on Anchor's behalf.

Renewal: Optional Extensions 2 Years + 1 Year

Light Equipment, Kitchenware & Consumables

This lot covers the supply and delivery of all non-technical light catering goods via a managed e-catalogue. The successful bidder will be responsible for: * The e-catalogue-based supply and delivery of all commercial catering light equipment, kitchenware, and consumables, adhering to the quality specifications. * The ongoing maintenance of the e-catalogue, ensuring all product data, and pricing are accurate. * An efficient, no-fee returns policy for any defective, damaged, or incorrectly supplied goods.

Renewal: Optional Extensions 2 Years + 1 Year

Planning Information

Anchor is running a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) to understand the current market for the supply and installation of commercial kitchen equipment. We invite interested suppliers to complete a questionnaire; your feedback is crucial for helping us develop a fair and effective future tender.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0516f7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074689-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

39141000 - Kitchen furniture and equipment

39221000 - Kitchen equipment

39221110 - Crockery

39240000 - Cutlery

39241100 - Knives

42341000 - Commercial ovens

42513290 - Commercial refrigerating equipment

45300000 - Building installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
29 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2031-11-17

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANCHOR HANOVER GROUP
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
property.procurement@anchor.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 2ST
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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