Planning

Supply of Food Service- Frozen, Ambient, Chilled and Fresh

ANCHOR HANOVER GROUP

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Planning

16 Mar 2026 at 12:09

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Anchor Hanover Group, a public authority within the sub-central government sector, is planning a procurement process titled "Supply of Food Service- Frozen, Ambient, Chilled and Fresh." This contract aims to supply Frozen, Ambient, Chilled Meat, Dairy, Bakery, Frozen Fish, and Fresh Produce to all its care homes and villages across various regions in the United Kingdom. The process is currently in the planning stage with a contracting period from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2030, potentially extending to 31 March 2034. A competitive flexible procurement method will be employed and businesses interested should prepare for the forthcoming notice scheduled for 1 July 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the UK food supply industry. Due to the varied dietary requirements, including vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, halal, and kosher, the tender is well-suited for suppliers specialising in these areas. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitable contract lot for these entities. Companies with a robust logistics framework to deliver goods within a 60-mile radius of delivery postcodes will be competitive, making it ideal for those with local supply chains. The gross value of £105,000,000 indicates a lucrative opportunity for potential suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Food Service- Frozen, Ambient, Chilled and Fresh

Notice Description

Supply of Frozen, Ambient and Chilled. Fresh Meat, Dairy, Bakery, Frozen Fish and Fresh Produce to all Care homes and Villages. 1. Approximately 140 commercial kitchens offering fresh meals to residents daily. 2. All delivered at least once a week- some locations twice a week., 3. All sourced within 60-mile radius of the delivery postcode 4. Catering to several dietary requirements including vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten free, halal and kosher. Top product lines including but not limited to: * Milk * Bread * Bananas * Potatoes * Chicken Fillets * Butter * Double Cream * Fruit Juices * Tuna * Tin Tomatoes * Frozen Fish

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066ae8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023446-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

CPV Codes

15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£87,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANCHOR HANOVER GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 2ST
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
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
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Further Information

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