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Summary of the contracting process

Fife Council is planning a procurement process under the tender initiation type, focusing on the supply of fresh milk products. This process is in the Planning stage as of 3 August 2026. The contract, identified with the title "CFM0487 - Supply of Fresh Milk," seeks to supply various grades of milk and cream to locations such as primary schools, high schools, care homes, commercial units, and council buildings across Fife, UKM72. The total estimated value of the contract is £3,780,000. Potential suppliers should note the projected future notice date of 1 April 2027, indicating the timeline for further tender details to be published. The procurement falls under the goods category with CPV classification 03333000 and is covered by GPA regulations.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in dairy products, offering exposure to public sector supply and the opportunity to build a relationship with a regional or local authority. Companies with expertise in providing fresh dairy products in various volumes and packaging formats will find this tender particularly well-suited to their strengths. With the delivery spread across multiple facilities, including educational and care settings, businesses with logistical capabilities for varied deliveries will be well-positioned to compete effectively in this tender. Engaging with this opportunity could contribute substantial growth for a business by embedding it into the local supply chain in Fife.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CFM0487 - Supply of Fresh Milk

Notice Description

Fife Council requires a supplier to provide fresh cows milk including 189ml cartons, double & single cream, whole and skimmed milk in 1 pint, 1 & 2 litres. This is to supply primary schools, high schools, care homes, commercial unit & council buildings.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Fife Council requires a supplier to provide fresh cows milk including 189ml cartons, double & single cream, whole and skimmed milk in 1 pint, 1 & 2 litres. This is to supply primary schools, high schools, care homes, commercial unit & council buildings.. N/A

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000839097
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561462
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

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products


CPV Codes

03333000 - Fresh cows' milk

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,780,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 20278 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
FIFE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLENROTHES
Postcode
KY7 5LT
Post Town
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife

Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Glenrothes Central and Thornton
Westminster Constituency
Glenrothes and Mid Fife

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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