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Supply & Delivery of Fresh/Organic Foodstuffs

East Ayrshire Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

12 Aug 2021 at 01:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

14 May 2021 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by East Ayrshire Council, seeks tenders for the "Supply & Delivery of Fresh/Organic Foodstuffs," targeting the food supply industry across East, North, and South Ayrshire, UK. This contract comprises seven distinct lots that cater to various fresh food items, including meat, poultry, and vegetables. Submissions for this open tender were required to be made by 11 June 2021, with the award phase commencing shortly thereafter. The contract has a substantial estimated value of £3,000,000 for each lot, reflecting the importance of the services provided to support school meals, which have been recognised with the Food for Life Gold Standard.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses engaged in food supply, particularly those specialising in fresh and organic products. Companies that can provide high-quality food sourced ethically and sustainably will find themselves well-suited to compete in this contract. With the option for North and South Ayrshire Councils to purchase from the awarded lots, suppliers offering flexibility and reliability in delivery will have a competitive advantage in fulfilling these council requirements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the emphasis on quality and sustainable sourcing, which aligns with current market trends fostering local produce and organic food consumption.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply & Delivery of Fresh/Organic Foodstuffs

Notice Description

The Council is re-tendering for the supply and delivery of fresh/organic foodstuffs. This supports the school meals service which has achieved and maintained the Food for Life Gold Standard for over 15 years. The contract will be split into 7 Lots. North Ayrshire Council and South Ayrshire Council will have the option to purchase from any of the Lots at any point during the term of the Contract.

Lot Information

Lot 2 - Fresh Poultry

Supply and delivery of fresh poultry.

Renewal: Two one-year extension options

Lot 1 - Fresh Meat/Cooked Meat

Supply and delivery of fresh meat and cooked meat.

Renewal: Two one-year extension options

Lot 3 - Fresh Fish

Supply and delivery of fresh fish.

Renewal: Two one-year extension options

Lot 4 - Fresh Fruit & Vegetables

Supply and delivery of fresh and/or organic fruit and vegetables.

Renewal: Two one-year extension options

Lot 5 - Fresh Cows Milk/Milk Products

Supply and delivery of fresh and/or organic cows milk and milk products.

Renewal: Two one-year extension options

Lot 6 - Fresh Hens Eggs

Supply and delivery of fresh hens eggs.

Renewal: Two one-year extension options

Lot 7 - Dry, Bottled & Tinned Food Stuffs

Supply and delivery of dry, bottled and tinned food stuffs, organic where possible, otherwise ethically sourced.

Renewal: Two one-year extension options

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000648747
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG424193
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

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

CPV Codes

03142500 - Eggs

03220000 - Vegetables, fruits and nuts

03311000 - Fish

03333000 - Fresh cows' milk

15112100 - Fresh poultry

15119000 - Various meats

15512000 - Cream

15890000 - Miscellaneous food products and dried goods

15893000 - Dry goods

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Aug 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2, 3 or 4 years depending on extension options

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
East Ayrshire Council
Additional Buyers

North Ayrshire Council

South Ayrshire 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
AYR
Postcode
KA3 7BU
Postcode Area
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire, TLM94 South Ayrshire
Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

A&A Spittal Limited

Bryce Cunningham

Corrie Mains Free Range Limited

J Pieroni & Sons Limited

Locavore Community Interest Company

We Hae Meat Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY415110
    Supply & Delivery of Fresh/Organic Foodstuffs - The Council is re-tendering for the supply and delivery of fresh/organic foodstuffs. This supports the school meals service which has achieved and maintained the Food for Life Gold Standard for over 15 years. The contract will be split into 7 Lots. North Ayrshire Council and South Ayrshire Council will have the option to purchase from any of the Lots at any point during the term of the Contract.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG424193
    Supply & Delivery of Fresh/Organic Foodstuffs - The Council is re-tendering for the supply and delivery of fresh/organic foodstuffs. This supports the school meals service which has achieved and maintained the Food for Life Gold Standard for over 15 years. The contract will be split into 7 Lots. North Ayrshire Council and South Ayrshire Council will have the option to purchase from any of the Lots at any point during the term of the Contract.

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