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Food To Go - North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

16 Jan 2026 at 12:45

Award

17 Oct 2025 at 12:46

TenderUpdate

12 Aug 2025 at 07:29

Tender

11 Aug 2025 at 10:24

Summary of the contracting process

The North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust recently concluded an open tender process for the provision of "Food To Go" items, a contract that was awarded to Tiffin Sandwiches Limited. This procurement, classified under the industry category of "Food, beverages, tobacco and related products," specifically focuses on prepared sandwiches and similar products. The contract, following an open procedure and above the financial threshold, covers the delivery within the United Kingdom, primarily in the region of UKD1. The process reached its award stage on 16th January 2026, with the active contract commencing on 15th January 2026 and running until 11th January 2028, with extension possibilities until 2030. The contract value stands at £210,494.40 gross over its duration.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in food production and distribution, especially those adept in handling prepared sandwiches and related consumables. The open procedure invites businesses with relevant capabilities to compete, fostering a competitive market. Small and medium-sized enterprises alongside larger entities like Tiffin Sandwiches Limited can leverage such contracts to expand their reach within the public sector, enhancing their operational portfolio and establishing robust relations with healthcare institutions. The tender's emphasis on quality, cost, social value, and presentation underscores the importance of comprehensive service offerings from competitors.

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Notice Title

Food To Go - North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Notice Description

Via the use of an open tender procedure, North Cumbria Integrated Care wish to enter contract with a suitably qualified provider(s) for the provision of Food to Go items.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: It is envisaged that the contract period will be initially for 2 years, with an option to extend up to an additional 1+1 years (giving a maximum of 4 years), based upon Trust requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0584fe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003871-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

15555000 - Ice cream and similar products

15811510 - Sandwiches

15811511 - Prepared sandwiches

15812100 - Pastry goods

15812120 - Pies

15812121 - Savoury pies

15812200 - Cakes

15833100 - Desserts

15894400 - Snacks

15894600 - Sandwich fillings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£175,412 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£175,412 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£175,412 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£175,412 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jan 2026 - 11 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
2029-08-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Matthew Gardner
Contact Email
matthew.gardner@mbht.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA2 7HY
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TIFFIN SANDWICHES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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