This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 Sep 2017 at 01:00

Tender

26 May 2017 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland, is currently engaged in the procurement process for a framework agreement titled "Frozen Food." This initiative falls under the health industry category and aims to supply a range of frozen food products to NHSS sites across mainland Scotland and its islands. The procurement is at the Award stage, following the closure of the tender period on 10th July 2017. The total estimated value for this framework agreement is substantial, reflecting the demand across all NHS Scotland Health Boards, Special Health Boards, and relevant organisations created under the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on the supply of frozen food, particularly those with experience in providing goods to healthcare environments. Companies with certifications in food safety standards, as well as the necessary insurance requirements, will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The open procurement method utilised allows for widespread participation, giving suppliers a chance to contribute to the public health sector while enhancing their business growth prospects through collaboration with NHS entities across Scotland.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Frozen Food

Notice Description

National Services Scotland (NSS) acting through its division, National Procurement, is undertaking this procurement on behalf of All entities constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978, (i.e. all NHS Scotland Health Boards, Special Health Boards and the Authority or other NHS organisation established pursuant to the NHS(Scotland) Act 1978) and any Integrated Joint Boards established pursuant to the new Public Bodies (Joint Working) Scotland Act 2014. This framework agreement is to provide a range of Frozen Food to NHSS sites across mainland Scotland and islands.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Multi supplier Framework 3 suppliers unranked. Identified volumes included in the ITT are based on historical usage. These are indicative of future requirements Scope for the supply of Frozen Food to be used within all healthcare enviroments available to all entities pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978, i.e. All NHS Scotland Health Boards, Special Health Boards and the Authority

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000496662
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP296221
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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

15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
£16,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Sep 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Aug 20179 years ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2017 - 30 Sep 2021 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("the Authority")
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY284279
    Frozen Food - National Services Scotland (NSS) acting through its division, National Procurement, is undertaking this procurement on behalf of All entities constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978, (i.e. all NHS Scotland Health Boards, Special Health Boards and the Authority or other NHS organisation established pursuant to the NHS(Scotland) Act 1978) and any Integrated Joint Boards established pursuant to the new Public Bodies (Joint Working) Scotland Act 2014. This framework agreement is to provide a range of Frozen Food to NHSS sites across mainland Scotland and islands.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP296221
    Frozen Food - National Services Scotland (NSS) acting through its division, National Procurement, is undertaking this procurement on behalf of All entities constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978, (i.e. all NHS Scotland Health Boards, Special Health Boards and the Authority or other NHS organisation established pursuant to the NHS(Scotland) Act 1978) and any Integrated Joint Boards established pursuant to the new Public Bodies (Joint Working) Scotland Act 2014. This framework agreement is to provide a range of Frozen Food to NHSS sites across mainland Scotland and islands.

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