The Supply and Distribution of Sandwiches and Associated products

POLICE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR MERSEYSIDE & CHIEF CONSTABLE FOR MERSEYSIDE

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Tender

23 Jun 2026 at 10:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Police & Crime Commissioner for Merseyside and the Chief Constable for Merseyside are seeking tenders for "The Supply and Distribution of Sandwiches and Associated Products". This procurement falls under the food industry category and involves regions across the United Kingdom. It is currently at the tender stage, with a procurement method classified as open procedure. The framework supports a wide range of public sector bodies and educational institutions. Interested suppliers should note the tender period ends on 31st July 2026, with evaluations occurring within the confines of the Procurement Act 2023. The awarding process is expected to conclude by 14th September 2026, and the contractual period is to commence on 1st October 2026, spanning a two-year term with an option for a 24-month extension.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specializing in food supply and distribution to significantly grow their business network. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in particular, can benefit, given that the procurement framework considers the quality of products, price competitiveness, and the social value added by suppliers. Those with a focus on sustainability, such as eco-friendly packaging and reducing food waste, stand to gain from favourable evaluations. The contracts, being part of a broader framework agreement, offer the chance for considerable long-term engagement with multiple public and educational institutions across the UK.

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Notice Title

The Supply and Distribution of Sandwiches and Associated products

Notice Description

The Supply and Distribution of Sandwiches and Associated products Framework CAT11082-TU. Lot 3 - Sandwiches and associated products for FE,HE and other members

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There is an option to extend the contract for a further 24 months following the agreed contract term of 24 months. If we chose to extend the contract, this decision will be based on a review of the service provided by the supplier to whom the contract will be awarded.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bae4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058878-2026
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

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2026-09-14

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POLICE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR MERSEYSIDE & CHIEF CONSTABLE FOR MERSEYSIDE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 3AN
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
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
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Everton West
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

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