Planning

Office Refreshments - FHG_2025P069

FUTURES HOUSING GROUP LIMITED

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PlanningUpdate

25 Nov 2025 at 09:07

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

13 Oct 2025 at 13:40

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Futures Housing Group Limited is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Office Refreshments - FHG_2025P069", focusing on canteen and catering services. This process pertains to multiple regions within the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The preliminary market engagement (PME) was completed recently as of 25th November 2025, and was crucial in helping the organisation understand the market landscape and refine their requirements. The procurement process aims to commence the contract on 1st April 2026, concluding by 31st March 2028, with provisions for possible renewal until 31st March 2029. Managed by a public authority classified as sub-central government, the primary communication can be directed to procurementteam@futureshg.couk for further inquiries.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in innovative and sustainable catering solutions. Engaging in this procurement process can provide substantial benefits for suppliers able to offer competitive and cost-effective service models, enhancing employee satisfaction and meeting organisational needs. Companies with capabilities in delivering such services across varied geographical locations within the UK, especially those familiar with public sector requirements, are well-suited to compete for this contract and establish strategic partnerships with Futures Housing Group Limited.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Office Refreshments - FHG_2025P069

Notice Description

Futures Housing Group Ltd are looking to engage in Pre Market Engagement (PME) for office refreshment services as per attached documentation. Pre-market engagement for staff cafe services is an important step in ensuring that the future catering provision meets the needs and expectations of both the organisation and its employees. This process allows us to gather valuable insights from potential suppliers about innovative approaches, sustainable practices, and cost-effective service models currently available in the market. By engaging early, we can better understand market capabilities, refine our requirements, and build strong partnerships that promote quality, value, and employee satisfaction

Planning Information

All information regarding PME can be found on: https://procontract.due-north.com Reference: Office Refreshments - FHG_2025P069 Project information: DN793939

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ae61
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076696-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FUTURES HOUSING GROUP LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementteam@futureshg.couk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CASTLE DONINGTON
Postcode
DE74 2SA
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
North West Leicestershire
Electoral Ward
Daleacre Hill
Westminster Constituency
North West Leicestershire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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