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Soft Drinks 075-2025 - Supply of Soft Drinks at Manchester Central Convention Complex Limited

MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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03 Feb 2026 at 13:40

Tender

05 Nov 2025 at 15:40

Summary of the contracting process

Manchester City Council has conducted a procurement process titled "Soft Drinks 075-2025 - Supply of Soft Drinks at Manchester Central Convention Complex Limited," operating in the non-alcoholic beverages industry category. This contract is intended for the supply of soft drinks to various sites, including the Manchester Central Convention Complex. The procurement method used was the open procedure, and the process progressed to the award stage on 3rd February 2026, when the contract was signed with Dunsters Farm Limited. The overall contract value is £364,000, covering a two-year period with a potential twelve-month extension. The delivery region is UKD3, specifically Manchester and its associated facilities, with a requirement for high-quality services and the ability to handle dynamic orders, including weekend logistics.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specializing in the supply of non-alcoholic beverages, especially those capable of meeting the high-quality and flexible service demands of a bustling convention centre. SMEs with the capability to provide prompt deliveries and manage rapid fulfilment schedules, including frequent events and varying order sizes, would be particularly suited to compete for such tenders. The involved annual estimated spend of approximately £184,000 highlights significant business growth potential, alongside the opportunity to establish a strong client relationship with a prominent regional authority like Manchester City Council.

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Notice Title

Soft Drinks 075-2025 - Supply of Soft Drinks at Manchester Central Convention Complex Limited

Notice Description

Manchester Central is currently looking for a supplier to supply soft drinks to Manchester Central Convention Complex, Junction, Central Library, Runway Visitors Park and any other associated sites. Estimated annual spend is circa PS184k. The Contract will be for a period of two (2) years from the commencement date of services with the option to extend for up to an additional twelve (12) months (Manchester Central only option) with an anticipated Contract start date of February 2026. As a world-class international convention centre, Manchester Central requires products of the highest quality. The successful supplier will provide soft drinks for all onsite retail operations and hospitality events. Given the dynamic nature of the events industry, the supplier will be expected to respond to orders as required, potentially with a last minute or same day delivery, including Saturday and Sunday orders.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Manchester Central is currently looking for a supplier to supply soft drinks to Manchester Central Convention Complex, Junction, Central Library, Runway Visitors Park and any other associated sites. Estimated annual spend is circa PS184k. The Contract will be for a period of two (2) years from the commencement date of services with the option to extend for up to an additional twelve (12) months (Manchester Central only option) with an anticipated Contract start date of February 2026. As a world-class international convention centre, Manchester Central requires products of the highest quality. The successful supplier will provide soft drinks for all onsite retail operations and hospitality events. Given the dynamic nature of the events industry, the supplier will be expected to respond to orders as required, potentially with a last minute or same day delivery, including Saturday and Sunday orders.

Renewal: The Contract will be for a period of two (2) years from the commencement date of services with the option to extend for up to an additional twelve (12) months (Manchester Central only option) with an anticipated Contract start date of February 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05db30
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009463-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15980000 - Non-alcoholic beverages

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£552,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£522,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£364,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mr Luke Sheldon
Contact Email
l.sheldon@manchestercentral.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 16183427003245

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M2 3GX
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
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DUNSTERS FARM

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