Tender

Framework Agreement for the Supply and Delivery of Milk to Nominated Vessels

CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED

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Tender

13 Jun 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

CalMac Ferries Limited, a public law entity located in Gourock, UKM region, is the buying organisation for the procurement process titled "Framework Agreement for the Supply and Delivery of Milk to Nominated Vessels." The tender, tagged under the ferry operator industry category, involves supplying milk to the company's major vessels. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, using an open procurement method. Key dates include a tender submission deadline set for 14th July 2025, signaling the award period's commencement alongside the bid opening. The overall contract value is anticipated to be £332,349, governed under an open procedure method, with electronic submissions required via the provided link.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for suppliers within the food and beverage sector with experience in logistical supply chains. Companies that meet the technical, economic, and suitability selection criteria—such as high turnover, comprehensive insurance coverage, and certification under ISO standards—are well-positioned to bid. The framework agreement, which spans an initial 24-month period with potential extensions, promises stability for suppliers who can deliver consistent quality and integrate with CFL’s digital procurement systems. The absence of variant submissions and the potential for engagement with CFL's smart sourcing model indicate a robust opportunity for suppliers aiming for long-term collaboration with a major ferry operator.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Supply and Delivery of Milk to Nominated Vessels

Notice Description

CFL is seeking to award a Framework Agreement to a suitably qualified and experienced Supplier for the supply and delivery of milk to CFL's Major Vessels.

Lot Information

Lot 1

CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) is seeking to award a Framework Agreement to a suitably qualified and experienced Supplier for the supply and delivery of milk to CFL's Major Vessels. To support CFL's drive for efficiency, CFL require the successful Tenderer to sign up to the fully integrated Saffron solution provided by Civica, in support of CFL's smart and digital sourcing model. If the successful Tenderer does not currently use the Saffron platform, they must commit to obtaining this upon award of Agreement.

Renewal: The initial term of this Agreement will run for 24 months. There will then be the option to extend by up to an additional two 12 month periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000801489
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN532494
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract 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

15511000 - Milk

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£332,349 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
A Contract Notice will be published in June 2029.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED
Contact Name
RMB Ruairidh M. Black
Contact Email
ruairidh.black@calmac.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7974884681

Buyer Location

Locality
GOUROCK
Postcode
PA19 1QP
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Inverclyde
Electoral Ward
Inverclyde West
Westminster Constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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