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title: "Polypropylene Food Containers / Film and Free on Loan Sealing Machines"
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# Polypropylene Food Containers / Film and Free on Loan Sealing Machines

Buyer: COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-42c9d8f1-68ce-4bcd-a848-9996706a65c6

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST seeking suppliers for "Polypropylene Food Containers / Film and Free on Loan Sealing Machines." This tender falls under the goods category, specifically for food containers, and is located in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The tender was officially published on 15th November 2019, with the expression of interest closing at 12:00 noon on 16th December 2019. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the contract is expected to start on 2nd March 2020, lasting until 1st March 2023, with a total estimated value of £50,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in food packaging solutions and equipment to expand their business. Companies that provide polypropylene food containers and sealing machines are particularly well-suited to compete in this procurement. The involvement of a reputable healthcare trust adds credibility to the opportunity, potentially appealing to suppliers looking to establish a long-term relationship with a prominent public sector buyer.

## Notice

Synchronicity Care Limited require a supplier for the Provision of Polypropylene Food Containers / Film and Free on Loan Sealing Machines. To express an interest please follow the link: https://www.cardea.nhs.uk/Cardea/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=4116&Culture=en-GB OJEU Reference 2019/S 221-541522 Closing date for the Expression of Interest is 12:00 Noon 16th December 2019 Additional information: To Express an Interest please follow the link: https://www.cardea.nhs.uk/Cardea/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=4116&Culture=en-GB The closing date for Expression of Interest is 12:00 Noon 16th December 2019. *Please note the lowest contract value is based on threshold and not the actual budget for this contract*

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/953da2ee-09d2-48eb-b9ec-b8e4b50eb92d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Feb 2020 |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2020 - 1 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £153,489 |
| 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 | COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | PETERLEE |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR8 2RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Shotton and South Hetton |
| Westminster constituency | Easington |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NUTRIPAK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39221130 - Food containers

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2020 at 13:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/953da2ee-09d2-48eb-b9ec-b8e4b50eb92d
- 15 Nov 2019 at 09:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93707129-6283-4dbe-b3e5-005435332498

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/953da2ee-09d2-48eb-b9ec-b8e4b50eb92d
  12th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93707129-6283-4dbe-b3e5-005435332498
  15th November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.cardea.nhs.uk/Cardea/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=4116&Culture=en-GB
  SP1644

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