Tender

Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products

THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Tender

06 May 2026 at 15:35

Planning

20 Apr 2026 at 12:04

PlanningUpdate

22 May 2025 at 11:37

Planning

22 May 2025 at 11:04

Summary of the contracting process

The University Caterers Organisation Limited (TUCO Ltd) is currently in the tendering stage for a major public procurement initiative titled "Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products." This procurement process involves the supply and distribution of fresh produce and has been categorised under the goods industry. It encompasses a wide geographical area, covering England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, and is structured into 13 geographic lots designed to encourage participation from SMEs. The procurement is conducted under an open procedure, following the regulations of the Procurement Act 2023, with a framework agreement planned for a duration of up to 4 years. The tender allows for multiple suppliers across different lots, with an estimated national spend ranging from £11.25 million annually to £45 million over the full framework period. Important dates include the submission deadline for tenders on 10th June 2026, with the framework estimated to commence on 3rd October 2026 and run until the 2nd of October 2028, with potential extensions to 2030.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply of fresh fruit, vegetables, dairy products, and bread goods to expand or consolidate their market presence across the UK. With the framework split into multiple lots and the encouragement of SME participation, it provides flexibility and multiple entry points for businesses of various capacities. Suppliers can apply for multiple lots, allowing for strategic geographic targeting and resource allocation. The procurement will benefit those with robust distribution networks and the capability to supply high-quality and competitively priced goods. Overall, this framework presents a promising growth avenue for food and distribution companies looking to service a substantial educational and public sector market.

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Notice Title

Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products

Notice Description

The purpose of this planned procurement is to establish a closed Framework for the supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd. This procurement will follow an Open Procedure under Procurement Act 2023 regulations. The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030. The framework agreement which will cover supply to England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will be split into 13 geographic lots to encourage SMEs to participate. The aim is to award multiple suppliers across the 13 lots.: * Lot 1 London * Lot 2 North West * Lot 3 North East * Lot 4 Yorkshire & Humber * Lot 5 West Midlands * Lot 6 East Midlands * Lot 7 South East * Lot 8 South West * Lot 9 East * Lot 10 North Wales * Lot 11 South Wales * Lot 12 Scotland * Lot 13 Northern Ireland Suppliers are not restricted to the number of lots they can apply for. The national annual spend through the Framework is estimated to be PS11.25m to a maximum PS45,000,000.00 over the full 4 years. Lot specific values are not known. The value nationally is shared between all geographic lots. The scope of products to be covered within the framework are as follows: Whole Fruit, Whole Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products & Bread Products

Lot Information

Lot 1 London

The supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd within the lotted geographic area (London). Scope covering; Fruit, Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products, Bread Products

Renewal: The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030.

Lot 2 North West

The supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd within the lotted geographic area (North West). Scope covering; Fruit, Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products, Bread Products

Renewal: The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030.

Lot 3 North East

The supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd within the lotted geographic area (North East). Scope covering; Fruit, Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products, Bread Products

Renewal: The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030.

Lot 4 Yorkshire & Humber

The supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd within the lotted geographic area (Yorkshire & Humber). Scope covering; Fruit, Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products, Bread Products

Renewal: The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030.

Lot 5 West Midlands

The supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd within the lotted geographic area (West Midlands). Scope covering; Fruit, Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products, Bread Products

Renewal: The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030.

Lot 6 East Midlands

The supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd within the lotted geographic area (East Midlands). Scope covering; Fruit, Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products, Bread Products

Renewal: The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030.

Lot 7 South East

The supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd within the lotted geographic area (South East). Scope covering; Fruit, Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products, Bread Products

Renewal: The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030.

Lot 8 South West

The supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd within the lotted geographic area (South West). Scope covering; Fruit, Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products, Bread Products

Renewal: The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030.

Lot 9 East

The supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd within the lotted geographic area (East). Scope covering; Fruit, Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products, Bread Products

Renewal: The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030.

Lot 10 North Wales

The supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd within the lotted geographic area (North Wales). Scope covering; Fruit, Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products, Bread Products

Renewal: The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030.

Lot 11 South Wales

The supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd within the lotted geographic area (South Wales). Scope covering; Fruit, Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products, Bread Products

Renewal: The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030.

Lot 12 Scotland

The supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd within the lotted geographic area (Scotland). Scope covering; Fruit, Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products, Bread Products

Renewal: The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030.

Lot 13 Northern Ireland

The supply and distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO Ltd within the lotted geographic area (Northern Ireland). Scope covering; Fruit, Vegetables, Prepared Fruit, Prepared Vegetables, Fresh Salad, Dairy products, Bread Products

Renewal: The duration of this closed Framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years in the format of a 2 year with one plus one year extensions. We have an estimated start date of 3rd October 2026 to 2nd October 2028 with an optional 2 year extension in 1 plus 1 year extensions to 2nd October 2030.

Planning Information

The purpose of this notice is to provide interested parties with an overview of The University Caterer’s Organisation and insight into the forthcoming tender opportunity for Fresh Fruit and Vegetables. This notice is not an invitation to tender, but an invitation to prospective suppliers to contact the authority should they wish to receive a copy presentation providing an overview of TUCO Ltd and the Fruit & Vegetable tender. In preparation for the tender process, we have carried out market research using a feedback questionnaire with our members (customers) and incumbent suppliers, the key findings of which are detailed within the presentation which we are happy to share. The presentation also gives guidance on the procurement process and details about our tendering portal and how to register. We wish to ensure that all parties wishing to tender have access to the same information enabling them to consider the opportunity. In fairness to all parties, we will ensure that each supplier request for information regarding this procurement will be subject to the same response, sharing our pre-prepared overview presentation. Please contact the authority by email to kim.ashley@tuco.ac.uk and cc info@tuco.ac.uk to request an overview presentation regarding the opportunity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051d33
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041614-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender 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
£45,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
14 May 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Oct 2026 - 2 Oct 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-04-11

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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