Award

PROVISION OF FRESH & COOKED MEAT TO AGMA (ASSOCIATION OF GREATER MANCHESTER AUTHORITIES)

TRAFFORD COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

19 Feb 2026 at 14:15

Tender

06 Jan 2026 at 11:41

Planning

16 Dec 2025 at 12:07

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of fresh and cooked meat to the Association of Greater Manchester Authorities has recently progressed to the award stage, with Trafford Council acting as the purchasing organisation. The tender was issued under an open procedure and covers goods related to animal products and meat. The contracting opportunity was open to suppliers across the United Kingdom, specifically targeting delivery in Greater Manchester. The award was pending as of 19 February 2026 following the bids and is valued at £3,025,000, with a gross amount of £3,630,000. Key deadlines included the standstill period ending on 2 March 2026, and the anticipated contract signature on 9 March 2026, commencing on 1 April 2026 for an initial duration of 36 months, with possible extensions up to two additional years.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the meat supply and distribution industry, particularly those able to provide fresh and cooked halal and standard meats. As the contract requires supply across multiple councils – Trafford, Warrington, and Rochdale – it suits larger suppliers capable of handling extensive delivery logistics. Both SMEs and larger enterprises were encouraged to submit bids, with a particular emphasis on pricing and technical quality, which were integral criteria for assessment. The contract's extensive reach and potential extension period present a lucrative opportunity for businesses looking to expand their footprint within public sector supply chains. Harlech Foodservice Limited, a large-scale supplier, was highlighted as a potential awardee, demonstrating the scope for significant business growth for similar companies in the sector.

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Notice Title

PROVISION OF FRESH & COOKED MEAT TO AGMA (ASSOCIATION OF GREATER MANCHESTER AUTHORITIES)

Notice Description

AGMA (Association of Greater Manchester Authorities), invites tenders for the establishment of a contract for the Supply and Delivery of Fresh Meat, including Halal, Cooked Meats and Bacon on behalf of Council school kitchens, catering departments, care homes, social care establishments and any other associated civic or council buildings, as required.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract will be for an initial term of 36 months ("Contract Period"). The Council may extend following the Contract Period for a further period of 24 months (the "Extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f696
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015282-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15100000 - Animal products, meat and meat products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,025,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,025,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£3,025,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
5 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
16 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRAFFORD COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
luisa.venturi-watkins@star-procurement.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M32 0TH
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Gorse Hill & Cornbrook
Westminster Constituency
Stretford and Urmston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HARLECH FOODSERVICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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