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title: "Framework Mini-Competition: Provision of Fresh Meat & Poultry to the University of Manchester"
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# Framework Mini-Competition: Provision of Fresh Meat & Poultry to the University of Manchester

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-118f8779-6b91-463b-b7c6-1157eeb46e92

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## Summary

The University of Manchester has concluded a procurement process for the framework mini-competition titled "Provision of Fresh Meat & Poultry," aimed at sourcing fresh meat and poultry products for use across the university. The procurement took place as a selective method, with a tender period that ended on 29 August 2018. The awarded contract is valued at £250,000 and commenced on 19 November 2018, continuing until 18 November 2021. This procurement falls under the goods category within the animal products sector, specifically the CPV classification for meat and meat products. The contract was awarded to Birtwistles Catering Butchers.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the food supply and catering sectors, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that focus on poultry and meat products. Companies that can ensure high-quality standards and reliable delivery within the North West region of the UK would be highly competitive in such procurement opportunities. Additionally, businesses with experience in supplying educational institutions may find this contract particularly relevant.

## Notice

The University was looking to appoint a supplier to provide fresh meat & poultry. The products will be used across the whole University.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65f381ec-67af-4d40-a602-fce6e83a12a4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 19 Nov 2018 - 18 Nov 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M13 9PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BIRTWISTLES CATERING BUTCHERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15100000 - Animal products, meat and meat products

## Release History

- 12 Nov 2018 at 10:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65f381ec-67af-4d40-a602-fce6e83a12a4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65f381ec-67af-4d40-a602-fce6e83a12a4
  12th November 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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