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Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Wholesale- Retail Convenience

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Planning

10 Jul 2026 at 12:13

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the provision of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Wholesale supplies. This procurement falls under the food, beverages, tobacco, and related products category and will be implemented across the United Kingdom. Interested suppliers are invited to participate in pre-market engagement exercises which will conclude on 30th November 2026. They can submit feedback and proposals regarding the procurement strategy, contract structure, and evaluation methodology to assist in shaping the tender documentation. The procurement value is estimated at £25 million, with the potential gross value reaching up to £30 million, and the contract period is projected to run from 1st March 2027 to 31st July 2032.

This tender offers lucrative opportunities for suppliers specialising in wholesale distribution of consumer goods, particularly those within the food and beverage sector. Businesses with innovative offerings, valuable services aligned with university needs, and those capable of meeting large-scale supply requirements, may find this an advantageous opportunity for growth and expansion within the public sector. Suppliers are encouraged to provide comprehensive presentations showcasing their organisation's capabilities. The process, led by a prestigious institution like the University of Exeter, presents a noteworthy chance for businesses to establish long-term relations and a solid foothold in supplying goods to educational institutions. Participation in this exercise, however, is voluntary and aimed solely at refining the procurement approach rather than guaranteeing subsequent contractual engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Wholesale- Retail Convenience

Notice Description

The University of Exeter is conducting pre-market engagement to inform the development of its forthcoming procurement for the provision of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Wholesale supplies. The purpose of this engagement is to obtain feedback from the market on the proposed scope of the requirement, procurement approach, contract structure, evaluation methodology and any other considerations that may help shape the tender documentation. Interested suppliers are invited to participate by submitting: -A completed Pre-Market Engagement Questionnaire; and -A brief company presentation or pitch outlining your organisation, the products and services you offer, relevant experience, innovations, and any value-added services that could support the University's requirements. Responses should be submitted via the e-tendering portal by Monday 30th November 2026. The University will review responses on a rolling basis throughout the pre-market engagement period and may contact suppliers before the closing date to seek clarification, request additional information or arrange follow-up discussions where appropriate. As responses are reviewed, the University may invite suppliers to attend individual meetings, either virtually via Microsoft Teams or in person at the University of Exeter, to discuss their feedback and proposals in more detail. Invitations will be issued throughout the pre-market engagement period, and meeting dates and times will be agreed directly with the relevant suppliers. Participation in this PME is voluntary and does not constitute a call for competition. The information gathered will be used solely to help inform the University's procurement strategy and tender documentation. Participation will not provide any advantage or disadvantage in any subsequent procurement process, and the University reserves the right to amend its procurement strategy or decide not to proceed with the procurement following completion of this engagement exercise.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=107319&TID=100112406&B=

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c883
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065150-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£25,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2027 - 31 Jul 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Further Information

Notice Documents

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