Award

Coffee Machines and Associated Consumables for Aromas Cafes

NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

01 Dec 2025 at 11:04

Tender

21 Jul 2025 at 11:16

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of coffee machines and associated consumables for Aromas Cafes was undertaken by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. The tender, identified by the reference GGC0925, falls under the goods category with a specific focus on coffee, tea, and related products as per the CPV classification 15860000. This process is marked as 'complete' and was part of an open procedure aimed at finding a sole supplier to provide leasing of equipment, maintenance, training, and consumables across NHSGGC sites located in Glasgow City (region UKM82). The contract, valued at £2,265,903.01, was awarded to Liquidline and became active on 25th November 2025.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of beverage preparation equipment and related consumables. Companies with expertise in the installation and maintenance of coffee machines, as well as those offering staff training services, would find this tender particularly beneficial. The open procurement method employed ensures fair competition among potential vendors, encouraging businesses of varying sizes, including SMEs, to partake. Such contracts also provide a stable revenue stream and can enhance a company's portfolio through engagement with a major public sector healthcare organisation like NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.

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Notice Title

Coffee Machines and Associated Consumables for Aromas Cafes

Notice Description

NHSGGC requires a sole supplier to provide the following across NHSGGC sites: - Equipment for Beverage Production: Leasing of machinery necessary for preparing coffee and tea. - Maintenance: Installation, servicing, and ongoing maintenance of the equipment. - Training and Support: Ensuring staff are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to operate the equipment efficiently. - Associated Consumables; Coffee, Tea, and associated products (including but not limited to; chocolate, syrups).

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHSGGC requires a sole supplier to provide the following across NHSGGC sites: - Equipment for Beverage Production: Leasing of machinery necessary for preparing coffee and tea. - Maintenance: Installation, servicing, and ongoing maintenance of the equipment. - Training and Support: Ensuring staff are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to operate the equipment efficiently. - Associated Consumables; Coffee, Tea, and associated products (including but not limited to; chocolate, syrups).

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0562db
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078405-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

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


CPV Codes

15860000 - Coffee, tea and related products

39711310 - Electric coffee makers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,265,903 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE
Contact Name
Emma McCarthy
Contact Email
emma.mccarthy3@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1412015388

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G4 0SF
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Dennistoun
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIQUIDLINE

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