Tender

Supply and delivery of fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and misc food.

COMHAIRLE NAN EILEAN SIAR

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Tender

04 May 2026 at 14:24

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Supply and delivery of fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and miscellaneous food" is being conducted by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, a regional authority in the United Kingdom. This tender, classified under the industry category of "Fruit vegetables," is open for the supply of goods to various CNES sites, including Harris, Uists, Barra, and Lewis. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 8th June 2026. The open procurement method ensures that a broad range of suppliers can participate, with the entire process being facilitated electronically via PCS-Tender.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply and delivery of fresh produce and dairy products. With a contract value of £3,000,000 and possible extensions beyond the initial 720-day contract period, it offers substantial growth prospects for suppliers who can deliver high-quality goods, as the award criteria prioritise quality over price. Companies seeking to expand their market presence in the UK regions covered by the tender, and those experienced in electronic ordering and invoicing, would find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. Additionally, this procurement is a chance for suppliers to establish a long-term relationship with a regional authority, providing a stable revenue stream and an opportunity to showcase their quality standards.

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Notice Title

Supply and delivery of fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and misc food.

Notice Description

supply and delivery of fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and misc food items to CNES sites.

Lot Information

Harris

supply and delivery

Renewal: 1 year possible extension

Uists

supply and delivery

Renewal: 1 year possible extension

Barra

supply and delivery

Renewal: 1 year possible extension

Lewis

supply and delivery of fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and misc food items to CNES sites.

Renewal: 1 year possible extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0690c7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040772-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products


CPV Codes

03221200 - Fruit vegetables

03222000 - Fruit and nuts

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COMHAIRLE NAN EILEAN SIAR
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
STORNOWAY
Postcode
HS1 2BW
Post Town
Outer Hebrides
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar

Local Authority
Na h-Eileanan Siar
Electoral Ward
Steòrnabhagh a Deas
Westminster Constituency
Na h-Eileanan an Iar

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