Planning

Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products

THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

22 May 2025 at 11:37

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

22 May 2025 at 11:04

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University Caterers Organisation Limited (TUCO), based in Manchester, is planning to establish an Open Framework for the supply and distribution of fresh fruit, vegetables, and associated products. This procurement process is in the planning stage and is structured as an open procedure, which meets above-threshold requirements. It is scheduled to commence on 3rd October 2026 and will run until 2nd October 2034. An initial future notice date is set for 15th April 2026. The industry categories of interest include fruit, vegetables, related products, and various dairy items. The procurement covers the UK, promising an annual spend of around £11.5 million, and an estimated total spend of £92 million over the eight-year maximum duration.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the production, distribution, or retail of fresh produce and dairy products to partner with TUCO. The framework offers a stable, long-term business opportunity, particularly favourable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) due to its suitability for such organisations. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance market visibility and growth potential by aligning with a large-scale public body, leveraging the planned investments and ensuring steady demand for the contracted goods.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products

Notice Description

This procurement is planned to establish an Open Framework for the supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products, to members of TUCO. The duration of this Open Framework is planned to be a maximum of 8 years. The annual spend through the Open Framework is estimated at PS11.5m The total spend through the open framework (over the maximum 8 years) is estimated at PS92m

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051d33
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024739-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

CPV Codes

15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products

15510000 - Milk and cream

15550000 - Assorted dairy products

15811100 - Bread

15813000 - Morning goods

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Apr 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Oct 2026 - 2 Oct 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED
Contact Name
Kim Ashley
Contact Email
info@tuco.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M2 5GP
Post Town
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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