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Tender

26 Jun 2026 at 11:22

Summary of the contracting process

On 26th June 2026, Ipswich Borough Council initiated an open tender process for the supply of alcoholic drinks and related items to its refurbished venues, the Regent Theatre and the Corn Exchange. This procurement exercise falls under the 'Food, beverages, tobacco and related products' category, with a significant focus on alcoholic beverages like spirits, wines, and beers. The procurement, valued at approximately £1.75 million, follows the open procedure method, inviting submissions until 6th August 2026. The contract is set to begin on 1st October 2026, lasting until 30th September 2031. The procurement is classified under public authority - sub-central government, and the delivery location is within the UKH14 region in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a substantial business opportunity for suppliers in the alcoholic beverages and related retail sectors. Companies specialising in these products are well-positioned to benefit from the five-year contract, servicing high-traffic venues with a combined hosting capacity of around 260 performances annually. Moreover, the open procedure allows a wide array of businesses to participate, making it ideal for firms with robust supply capabilities and competitive pricing strategies. The tender prioritises quality, with a 70% criterion weight, alongside price, which holds a 30% weight, creating opportunities for businesses to showcase their product excellence alongside pricing strategies.

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Notice Title

Supply of alcoholic drinks and related items

Notice Description

Supply of drinks, equipment and support to the newly refurbished Regent Theatre (1,535 seats and around 260 performances each yea) and the Corn Exchange ( multi-purpose venue designed to host all kinds of events).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06be17
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060294-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - 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

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

15911100 - Spirits

15911200 - Liqueurs

15931100 - Sparkling wine

15931200 - Table wine

15941000 - Cider

15951000 - Vermouth

15961000 - Beer

15961100 - Lager

15982000 - Soft drinks

55900000 - Retail trade services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,745,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,745,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2031-01-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2DE
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
TLH14 Suffolk CC

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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