This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

26 Jun 2020 at 01:00

Tender

12 Feb 2020 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, involved the tender titled "Supply and Delivery of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables." This contract, valued at £220,000, is categorized under goods and primarily targets local authority establishments in the Western Isles, including locations such as Lewis, Harris, Uists, and Barra. The procurement was conducted through an open method, with the tender period ending on 13th March 2020. Following the evaluation of bids, the contract has been awarded, with the winning supplier being The Williamson Group Ltd. Details about the contract are available at Comhairle nan Eilean Siar's official website and other relevant tendering platforms.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the food supply sector, particularly those specialising in fresh produce and local distribution. Suppliers registered as food businesses and holding necessary insurance, such as public and employer’s liability coverage, will be well-positioned to compete. Local Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) can particularly benefit from this contract due to the emphasis on quality and price in the selection criteria, which may favour local suppliers with established networks in the region.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Supply and Delivery of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables

Notice Description

The supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables to Western Isles local authority establishments

Lot Information

Lewis

Supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables

Renewal: Initial contract period is for 2 years, with possible one year plus one year extensions.

Harris

Supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables

Renewal: Initial contract period is for 2 years, with possible one year and one year extensions.

Uists

Supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables

Renewal: Initial contract period is for 2 years, with possible one year and one year extensions.

Barra

Supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables

Renewal: Initial contract period is for 2 years, with possible one year and one year extensions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000614278
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN389246
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products


CPV Codes

03221200 - Fruit vegetables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20206 years ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2020 - 31 Mar 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
3 months prior to the contract end date.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Active

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
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

The Williamson Group Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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