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title: "Food Supply Tender"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
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# Food Supply Tender

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-00a00e19-f36b-470f-950b-cc7361df58f2

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## Summary

The University of Exeter is conducting a food supply tender to partner with a supplier for essential food products across its two campuses in Exeter, located in the South West of England. The procurement process, classified under the goods category, is in the tender stage, with the period set to conclude on 2nd January 2019. This contract, valued between £5 million and £12.5 million over a maximum term of five years, includes critical items such as chilled dairy products, fresh produce, and non-food consumables. The contract is expected to commence on 1st February 2019.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the food supply industry, particularly those specialising in catering provisions, fresh produce, and food logistics. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as the University is open to diverse supplier profiles. Winning this contract could significantly enhance the reach and stability of competing businesses, providing a consistent revenue stream through regular supply to the University’s catering services.

## Notice

The University is looking for a partner to supply all food stuffs to the University's internal catering functions, (at least) 6 days a week throughout the year, initially on its' two Exeter campuses. Term: 3 + 2 years The contract will cover the following categories: * Chilled Dairy, Eggs & Processed Provisions * Grocery Ambient Dry Provisions * Chilled & Frozen Meat, Poultry, Game, Fish & Shellfish Provisions * Fresh, Ambient & Frozen Bakery Provisions * Fresh & Frozen Fruit and Vegetable Produce * Non-food Consumables and Chemicals * Non-food Counterwares and Equipment Contract value, based on previous year's spend is estimated between PS1.75 and PS2.5 million per annum. This equates to a total contract value of between PS5 million and PS12.5 million over the maximum term of five years. The University intends to roll out a 'soft launch' of the agreement, turning over one (or more) delivery locations at a time.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a028cc79-7031-491f-afeb-e65b77a07df9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2019 - 31 Jan 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 39221110 - Crockery
- 39800000 - Cleaning and polishing products
- 39830000 - Cleaning products

## Release History

- 2 Dec 2018 at 16:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a028cc79-7031-491f-afeb-e65b77a07df9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a028cc79-7031-491f-afeb-e65b77a07df9
  2nd December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=26435&B=EXETER
  See tender docs
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  See tender docs

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk

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