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title: "Fresh Produce (South West) 2021"
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# Fresh Produce (South West) 2021

Buyer: NORSE COMMERCIAL SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1455b493-179d-4dda-9270-f0fec2700927

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## Summary

Norse Commercial Services Limited is conducting a public procurement process titled "Fresh Produce (South West) 2021" in the food and beverages sector. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with an end date for submissions set for 30 April 2021. This contract covers the supply and delivery of fresh fruit, vegetables, dairy, and bread to various catering establishments across the South West region of the United Kingdom. The expected contract duration is two years, starting from 5 July 2021 and potentially extending for an additional two years, with an estimated total value of £2,212,000 over the full four-year period.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for suppliers in the food industry, particularly those specialising in fresh produce, dairy, and bakery products. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is open, welcoming competition that can drive innovation and efficiency. Businesses that can demonstrate capacity for consistent quality and reliability in food supply will be well-positioned to respond to this tender and capitalise on the potential contracts available.

## Notice

Norse is undertaking a procurement process to identify and appoint a supplier for each Lot contained within this Invitation to Tender (Lot One - Fresh Fruit and Vegetables and Lot Two - Dairy and Bread), to supply and deliver to all relevant Devon Norse Catering establishments listed within the South West. The anticipated contract length is two years with the option to extend for up to 24 months. The value of this Contract is estimated at 2,212,000 GBP across both lots over the full four year Contract Period (including extensions). If you would like to express an interest in this procurement process then please submit your expression of interest via the Norse Delta eSourcing procurement portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81213452-f666-41fd-b18f-6c802dbab87a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Jul 2021 - 4 Jul 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,212,000 |
| 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 | NORSE COMMERCIAL SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR6 6EQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Catton Grove |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich North |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2021 at 17:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81213452-f666-41fd-b18f-6c802dbab87a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81213452-f666-41fd-b18f-6c802dbab87a
  31st March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Norwich:-Food,-beverages,-tobacco-and-related-products./2986XC68W5
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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