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14 Jul 2026 at 08:51

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process is being initiated by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, a regional authority in the United Kingdom, for the "Supply and Delivery of Butcher Meat" across the Western Isles. The industry category is goods, specifically various meats, with the classification scheme identified as CPV 15119000. This tender is currently in the Tender stage with an open procedure being employed. Key dates include the tender period ending on 18 August 2026, alongside the same date for the commencement of the award period and bid opening in Stornoway. The estimated contract value is £250,000 GBP, and the contract period is set for 1080 days without options to renew. The buying organisation places an emphasis on quality, as indicated by the award criteria focusing solely on quality over price.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the food supply sector specialising in butcher meat products. With delivery spanning across Lewis, Harris, Uist, and Barra, it presents a substantial business opportunity for both local and regional suppliers who can meet the tender requirements. The open procurement method encourages a wide range of businesses to apply, while the focus on quality ensures that suppliers who can provide premium products are likely to succeed. Given the electronic submission process and the framework agreement allowing multiple participants, this tender is ideal for reputable suppliers with a track record of quality service who are looking to grow their presence in the public sector market.

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Notice Title

Supply and Delivery of Butcher Meat

Notice Description

Supply and Delivery of Butcher Meat across the Western Isles

Lot Information

Harris

Butcher meat and associated products in the Western Isles

Uist

Butcher meat and associated products in the Western Isles

Barra

Butcher meat and associated products in the Western Isles

Lewis

Butcher meat and associated products

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ca66
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065957-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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


CPV Codes

15119000 - Various meats

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 20262 months 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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