Planning

RFI - Supply of Wild Venison to Schools in Argyll and Bute

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council has initiated a procurement process with a planned request for information (RFI) to supply wild venison to schools within the Argyll and Bute region, categorised under general public services. The RFI aims to gather market information about suppliers capable of delivering wild venison, ensuring high quality and timely delivery to the specified location. Currently in the planning stage, the process is legally compliant and aligned with international trade agreements. Key milestones include a future notice scheduled for 13th July 2026. The procurement method primarily focuses on obtaining market information to shape future tendering opportunities.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the food supply chain, especially those specialising in meat products and distribution within the UK, to expand their market reach and enhance their portfolio by partnering with a public sector buyer. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can offer quality venison with efficient logistics would be particularly well-suited to participate. Engaging in this procurement could provide these businesses a foothold in public sector contracts, fostering potential growth and sustainable business relationships with local authorities.

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Notice Title

RFI - Supply of Wild Venison to Schools in Argyll and Bute

Notice Description

Request for market information in relation the supply and delivery of wild venison.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council is looking to identify parties interested in delivering wild venison - see attached RFI documentation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834248
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557622
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
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


CPV Codes

15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 Jul 20261 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
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
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

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