Tender

Framework Agreement for the Supply of Catering Disposables

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

02 Apr 2026 at 09:16

Summary of the contracting process

Hampshire County Council is spearheading an active procurement process for a framework agreement concerning the supply of catering disposables, serving both Hampshire County Council (County Supplies) and Hertfordshire County Council Dept Herts FullStop. This open procedure targets goods in the disposable catering supplies category, with deliveries restricted to specific regions in the UK, namely UKH23 and UKJ3. The tender, identified by CS28797, commenced on 2nd April 2026 and marks the tender stage of the procurement process. It concludes on 7th May 2026 at 14:00 BST. Interested parties should be cognisant of the award period, set to end on 14th June 2026.

This framework agreement presents substantial opportunities for suppliers of catering disposables, especially SMEs. By excelling in cost-competitive offerings, businesses can secure a place in the supply chain with contracts spanning from July 2026 to June 2030. Seven lots including cups and lids, food bags, paper products, cutlery, foil containers, cling film, and branded dispensers offer diversified entry points for suppliers. Given the emphasis on price in award criteria, businesses able to deliver quality products at competitive rates stand a strong chance of success. As the procurement method favours an open approach, the agreement is ideally suited for enterprises eager to expand their reach within the public sector catering supplies market.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Supply of Catering Disposables

Notice Description

The County Council wishes to establish a framework agreement for the supply of catering disposables to Hampshire County Council (County Supplies) and Hertfordshire County Council Dept Herts FullStop. The Goods identified in the Specification (Annex 1) will be palletised and delivered to the two warehouses only, for onward distribution to customers. Delivery information is also contained in the Specification (Annex 1). More detail on the requirements can be found in the Pricing Schedule (Annex 2).

Lot Information

Cups and lids

Supply of cups and lids to warehouse distribution centres in Hampshire and Hertfordshire

Food bags, trays and containers

Supply of food bags, trays and containers to warehouse distribution centres in Hampshire and Hertfordshire

Paper products

Supply of paper products to warehouse distribution centres in Hampshire and Hertfordshire

Cutlery and plates

Supply of cutlery and plates to warehouse distribution centres in Hampshire and Hertfordshire

Foil containers and lids

Supply of foil containers and lids to warehouse distribution centres in Hampshire and Hertfordshire

Cling film, foil, parchment and greaseproof paper

Supply of palletised cling film, foil, parchment and greaseproof paper to warehouse distribution centres in Hampshire and Hertfordshire

Branded cling film, foil and parchment and related dispensers

Supply of palletised branded cling film, foil and parchment and related dispensers to warehouse distribution centres in Hampshire and Hertfordshire

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067b6f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030706-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39222100 - Disposable catering supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£640,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£640,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8UJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLH23 Hertfordshire CC, TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

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