Planning

GCC006633CPU - Provision of Courier Services for the Delivery of Prepared Meals and Related Sundry Products

GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

11 Jun 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being managed by Glasgow City Council, a central purchasing body, which is planning the tender titled "GCC006633CPU - Provision of Courier Services for the Delivery of Prepared Meals and Related Sundry Products". The industry category for this procurement falls under "General public services", specifically focusing on courier services based on the CPV classifications, including courier and transport services (e.g., 64120000, 60000000). The procurement is at the planning stage as of 11 June 2026, with key market research completion requested by 18 June 2026. The services are needed across various locations in Glasgow City, under the region UKM82, with future notices expected on 21 July 2026.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses proficient in delivering secure, reliable, and cost-effective courier services with environmental considerations. Companies with a robust fleet capable of handling ready-made meals delivery within an urban setting, adhering to high standards, would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance business visibility and establish long-term partnerships with a reputable local authority. The procurement process involves gathering market interest and refining service requirements, potentially favouring experienced logistic operators who can uphold the intended service quality and efficiency.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GCC006633CPU - Provision of Courier Services for the Delivery of Prepared Meals and Related Sundry Products

Notice Description

The council requires the Bidders to submit bids for the Provision of Courier Services for Prepared Food and Related Sundry Products for the purpose of delivering hot ready-made meals prepared by council staff and sundry products from a variety of pick-up locations to drop off locations throughout Glasgow. Services will be required across Glasgow City.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The council requires the Bidders to submit bids for the Provision of Courier Services for Prepared Food and Related Sundry Products for the purpose of delivering hot ready-made meals prepared by council staff and sundry products from a variety of pick-up locations to drop off locations throughout Glasgow. Services will be required across Glasgow City. The main objective for this procurement exercise is that the council requires the support of suitable contractors to deliver a robust and reliable courier service aligned to the council's objectives and maintaining the high standards required at all times. The Contractor(s) will be required to operate a high quality, safe, green, reliable, efficient and cost-effective service and have sufficient fleet size, type and capacity to meet the service requirements on behalf of the Council. The Council requires the Contractor(s) to deliver and uplift food containers from various Production Kitchens and deliver to various drop-off locations within the Glasgow catchment area. The Contractor(s) shall ensure food containers are delivered securely, intact and on time from Production Kitchens to drop-off locations as per the pricing schedule and returned to Production Kitchens.. PLEASE NOTE: SUPPLIERS ARE REQUESTED TO COMPLETE THIS MARKET RESEARCH ELEMENT BY 5PM ON THURSDAY 18/6/26. Survey Monkey Q and A: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/Z6F0HQ/ Please note: Appendix 1 and 2 is attached for information to complete the survey monkey. This Prior Information Notice is primarily being used to determine interest in this potential opportunity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834161
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557842
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

15894210 - School meals

34130000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of goods

55320000 - Meal-serving services

55520000 - Catering services

55521100 - Meals-on-wheels services

55521200 - Meal delivery service

55522000 - Catering services for transport enterprises

55523000 - Catering services for other enterprises or other institutions

55524000 - School catering services

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

60100000 - Road transport services

60112000 - Public road transport services

64120000 - Courier services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
21 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 1DU
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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