Tender

Hot drinks, associated equipment and services

NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND

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Tender

15 Jul 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Trust for Scotland is inviting tenders for the supply of hot drinks, associated equipment, and services under a selective procurement process. This restricted procedure seeks qualified providers to cater to their locations across Scotland, requiring delivery to places in and around Edinburgh. The procurement falls under the 'goods' category, with a focus on conservation and heritage. Interested parties must submit electronic proposals via the designated submission portal by 8th August 2025. The tender process is currently active with plans for an invitation date set for 29th August 2025, and the contract will span five years.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in hot beverages and equipment distribution, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive solutions, including machine maintenance and staff training. Businesses experienced in serving large-scale contracts and managing complex supply networks will be well-suited for this opportunity. The inclusion of various CPV codes such as coffee machines and training services emphasises the demand for diverse offerings, encouraging participation from specialised service providers. The framework agreement will support the development of long-term business relationships with a strategic focus on conservation and heritage sites.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hot drinks, associated equipment and services

Notice Description

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Lot Information

Lot 1

The contract is for the sole supply of hot drinks for all Trust cafes/outlets, together with associated equipment e.g. coffee machines, crockery, cleaning solutions, machine maintenance, related training for staff. In addition, this will include welcome packs for holiday cottages, and bespoke branded coffee & tea for our Retail Division.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000804082
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534671
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

15860000 - Coffee, tea and related products

39221110 - Crockery

39711310 - Electric coffee makers

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

80510000 - Specialist training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
5 years

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Jenny Neville
Contact Email
jneville@nts.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7543507245

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9LD
Post Town
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

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