Planning

Supply and Delivery of Fresh Meat

FIFE COUNCIL

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Planning

11 Sep 2025 at 10:55

Summary of the contracting process

Fife Council is currently in the planning stages of a procurement process for the "Supply and Delivery of Fresh Meat," which falls under the goods category specified as animal products, meat and meat products according to the CPV classification. This procurement process is aimed at ensuring the dependable supply of fresh meat to schools and care homes throughout the Fife region. The Council seeks to establish a new contract to replace existing arrangements that are due to expire, securing the continuous provision of nutritious meals that meet national guidance and food safety standards. The procurement, planned to be conducted according to the European Union's directive 2014/24/EU, will be communicated further on 27th March 2026, reflecting Fife Council's position as a regional authority committed to supporting high standards in public nutrition and sustainability. The anticipated contract value is £800,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the meat supply industry, particularly those capable of providing high-quality, traceable, and sustainable products that meet stringent food safety and nutritional standards. Companies that are capable of ensuring continuous and reliable delivery, demonstrating compliance with Red Tractor or Quality Meat Scotland standards, and can engage in sustainable sourcing are well-suited for this contract. Suppliers from the local economy may particularly benefit, as the contract encourages practices that reduce carbon footprint and support local economic growth. Additionally, the promotion of fair working practices within the supply chain can provide ethical business opportunities for companies prioritising corporate social responsibility alongside business growth.

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Notice Title

Supply and Delivery of Fresh Meat

Notice Description

Fife Council has a statutory responsibility to provide healthy, nutritious meals to pupils across its network of schools and educational establishments. As part of this service, the Council requires a reliable and compliant mechanism for the purchase and ongoing supply of fresh meat products. Existing arrangements are due to expire and therefore a new Contract is required to ensure continued supply in line with national guidance, nutritional standards and value-for-money principles. High Level Scope The requirement will cover the supply and delivery of fresh meat and meat products to council-operated schools and educational facilities throughout the Fife region. The Council's overall ambition is to procure a reliable, sustainable supply of high-quality fresh meats that supports healthy eating in schools and delivers best value for Care Home residents. The procurement mechanism should therefore: Ensure continuous and uninterrupted supply to all school sites and Care Homes Provide compliant and traceable goods that meet food safety / assurance standards (Red Tractor, Quality Meat Scotland or equivalent) Support the delivery of nutritionally balanced meals in compliance with Scottish Government nutritional regulations Encourage sustainable sourcing, including reducing carbon footprint and supporting the local economy where appropriate Promote fair working practices across the supply chain Deliver value for money throughout the contract term

Lot Information

Lot 1

Fife Council has a statutory responsibility to provide healthy, nutritious meals to pupils across its network of schools and educational establishments. As part of this service, the Council requires a reliable and compliant mechanism for the purchase and ongoing supply of fresh meat products. Existing arrangements are due to expire and therefore a new Contract is required to ensure continued supply in line with national guidance, nutritional standards and value-for-money principles. High Level Scope The requirement will cover the supply and delivery of fresh meat and meat products to council-operated schools and educational facilities throughout the Fife region. The Council's overall ambition is to procure a reliable, sustainable supply of high-quality fresh meats that supports healthy eating in schools and delivers best value for Care Home residents. The procurement mechanism should therefore: Ensure continuous and uninterrupted supply to all school sites and Care Homes Provide compliant and traceable goods that meet food safety / assurance standards (Red Tractor, Quality Meat Scotland or equivalent) Support the delivery of nutritionally balanced meals in compliance with Scottish Government nutritional regulations Encourage sustainable sourcing, including reducing carbon footprint and supporting the local economy where appropriate Promote fair working practices across the supply chain Deliver value for money throughout the contract term

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05987d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055765-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15100000 - Animal products, meat and meat products

15110000 - Meat

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Mar 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FIFE COUNCIL
Contact Name
John Muir
Contact Email
john.muir@fife.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3451550000

Buyer Location

Locality
GLENROTHES
Postcode
KY7 5LT
Post Town
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife

Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Glenrothes Central and Thornton
Westminster Constituency
Glenrothes and Mid Fife

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