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title: "Vending Machine Services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-419d30bc-567c-406c-8b67-c06c9c2f8f22"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE"
published: "2019-10-18"
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# Vending Machine Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-419d30bc-567c-406c-8b67-c06c9c2f8f22

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## Summary

The procurement process for Vending Machine Services has been initiated by the University of Central Lancashire, located in Preston, England. This contract, valued at £20,000, falls under the miscellaneous food products category and engages in a direct procurement method through a single tender action (below threshold). Key dates include the tender period closing on 26 July 2019 and the contract period spanning from 1 December 2019 to 30 November 2024. The process has now reached the award stage, with ALPINE VENDING CO LIMITED being the successful supplier, awarded on 18 October 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the food service and vending machine industry, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their offerings. Competitors should be prepared to review and enhance existing services, ensuring maximum income generation for the university, while leveraging innovative vending solutions that cater to diverse consumer preferences on campus.

## Notice

The University is renewing its contract for the provision of vending machine services. There are currently a variety of machines on site, including hot and cold drinks and snacks. The successful supplier will be expected to work with the University to review the current provision with a view to maximising income for the University. There will be no cost to the University and a generous rebate as a proportion of sales income will be expected Additional information: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universitycentrallancs/aspx/Tenders/Current

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e60f35e1-f6b2-492e-9d57-1a92f46d8542 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jul 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Oct 2019 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2019 - 30 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| 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 CENTRAL LANCASHIRE |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR1 2TQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ALPINE VENDING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15800000 - Miscellaneous food products

## Release History

- 18 Oct 2019 at 10:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e60f35e1-f6b2-492e-9d57-1a92f46d8542
- 3 Jul 2019 at 10:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/561c3df4-4ed1-4012-bfb5-c2be3229261e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e60f35e1-f6b2-492e-9d57-1a92f46d8542
  18th October 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/561c3df4-4ed1-4012-bfb5-c2be3229261e
  3rd July 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universitycentrallancs/aspx/Tenders/Current

## Provenance

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