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title: "Supply and Distribution of Vegan and Vegetarian Specialist Foods"
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buyer: "TUCO LTD"
published: "2018-12-08"
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# Supply and Distribution of Vegan and Vegetarian Specialist Foods

Buyer: TUCO LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-30220030-259b-411f-b90a-64222c7dcd85

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## Summary

The procurement process involves TUCO Ltd, acting as the buyer, for the tender titled "Supply and Distribution of Vegan and Vegetarian Specialist Foods". This falls under the goods category of miscellaneous food products and dried goods. The procurement is currently in the active tender stage, having been published on 8th December 2018, with the tender period set to close on 18th January 2019. This framework agreement aims to serve various UK higher education (HE) and further education institutions (FEIs) and other public sector organisations, encompassing delivery to locations throughout the United Kingdom and beyond.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in the production and distribution of vegan and vegetarian products, particularly those that can supply a variety of frozen, ambient, and grocery items, as well as grab-and-go solutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with the capability to meet the diverse needs outlined in the framework will be well-positioned to compete effectively. By leveraging this opportunity, businesses can expand their reach within the public sector catering market, which is increasingly embracing plant-based food offerings.

## Notice

A new framework agreement for the supply and distribution of Vegan and Vegetarian Specialist Food. The new Framework Agreement is intended to cover all UK HE and FEIs as well as other public sector organisations with in house catering. The scope will cover A range of Vegan and Vegetarian products and ingredients to include frozen, ambient and grocery. A range of Vegan and Vegetarian grab and go products. A one-stop shop to cover above Lots. The tender will be carried out under an open tender process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d08563c9-004e-479a-9046-632f1de0b954 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 8 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Apr 2019 - 14 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | TUCO LTD |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M2 7LE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15890000 - Miscellaneous food products and dried goods

## Release History

- 8 Dec 2018 at 09:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d08563c9-004e-479a-9046-632f1de0b954

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d08563c9-004e-479a-9046-632f1de0b954
  8th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=356163727
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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