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Invitation to Tender for the Supply and Delivery of Fresh Fish

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Orkney Islands Council, in collaboration with NHS Orkney, has completed the procurement process to secure a supplier for the supply and delivery of fresh fish products to various establishments, including schools, care homes, Papdale Halls of Residence, and Balfour Hospital. The procurement process adopted an open procedure, falling under the general public services and goods category. The contract, valued at £132,275, was awarded to QA Fish Ltd. on 28th October 2024 and will span over a period of five years, including possible extensions. The delivery locations are within the Orkney Islands region, specifically UKM65, with the award notice published on 30th October 2024.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in fresh fish products. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the capability to fulfil supply and delivery obligations to multiple locations across Orkney have a strong potential to compete successfully in this market. Companies like QA Fish Ltd., a confirmed supplier, exemplify the type of businesses that can thrive through such public procurement contracts. The structured procurement process ensures transparency and fair competition, providing a viable platform for qualified suppliers to expand their service footprint and engage in long-term public sector partnerships.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for the Supply and Delivery of Fresh Fish

Notice Description

The Authority and NHS Orkney requires the supply and delivery of fresh fish products to a number of authority establishments throughout Orkney and Balfour Hospital.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Authority requires the supply and delivery of fresh fish to a number of Authority establishments throughout Orkney for a period of 5 years (3 years initial term with 2 x 12 month extensions). This is a continuing requirement for a variety of establishments including schools, care homes, Papdale Halls of Residence and NHS Orkney's Balfour Hospital.. Please note the 5 year duration noted in 11.2.7 includes 2 x 12 month extensions which will be at the discretion of the Authority.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000776144
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT517204
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39222000 - Catering supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£132,275 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£132,275 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£132,275 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
19 Nov 2024 - 18 Nov 2029 Over 5 years
Recurrence
August 2029

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

NHS ORKNEY

Contact Name
Dominic Wilson
Contact Email
dominic.wilson@orkney.gov.uk, ork-hb.feedback@nhs.net
Contact Phone
+44 1856873535, +44 1856888226

Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Post Town
Kirkwall
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
TLM65 Orkney Islands

Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall West and Orphir
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QA FISH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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