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Tender

14 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Comhairle nan Eilean Siar has initiated a tender process for the "Supply and Delivery of Butcher Meat" across various delivery locations within the Western Isles, including Lewis, Harris, Uist, and Barra. This open procedure is focused on general public services within the goods category and offers a contract value of £250,000. The procurement stage is currently active under the tender phase, with the deadline for electronic submissions set for 18th August 2026 by 14:00 BST. The contract award will begin immediately after the tender period closes on the same day. The procurement is aligned with an open procedure allowing multiple suppliers, with the entire process being conducted in English and electronic submissions being required.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for providers of quality butcher meat and related products, particularly those looking to expand their reach within the public sector. Businesses well-suited to compete are those capable of delivering high-quality products to multiple regions across the Western Isles while adhering to specified delivery timelines. The procurement prioritises quality over price, offering an advantageous situation for suppliers with demonstrated expertise in the industry. Participating companies will also benefit from potential community benefits associated with this procurement, though specifics require consultation of the tender documents. The open procedure and the possibility of securing a position within a framework agreement further enhance growth opportunities for businesses through extended engagement and contract durations of up to 1080 days.

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Notice Title

Supply and Delivery of Butcher Meat

Notice Description

Supply and Delivery of Butcher Meat across the Western Isles

Lot Information

Harris

Butcher meat and associated products in the Western Isles

Uist

Butcher meat and associated products in the Western Isles

Barra

Butcher meat and associated products in the Western Isles

Lewis

Butcher meat and associated products

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000836262
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560056
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

15119000 - Various meats

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COMHAIRLE NAN EILEAN SIAR
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
STORNOWAY
Postcode
HS1 2BW
Post Town
Outer Hebrides
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
TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar

Local Authority
Na h-Eileanan Siar
Electoral Ward
Steòrnabhagh a Deas
Westminster Constituency
Na h-Eileanan an Iar

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