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title: "RMCS 045 - Supply & Delivery of Groceries & Provisions"
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# RMCS 045 - Supply & Delivery of Groceries & Provisions

Buyer: SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4594c371-b18e-4cff-b29f-fd5df9f3b5a3

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## Summary

Shropshire Council has completed the procurement process for the "RMCS 045 - Supply & Delivery of Groceries & Provisions" contract, aimed at supplying grocery provisions to schools and establishments in Shropshire, North Wales, Staffordshire, West Midlands, and Worcestershire. This contract, classified under the industry category of "Food, beverages, tobacco and related products" (CPV: 15000000), was an open procurement process divided into two lots. The contract period will run from 18th February 2025 to 17th February 2026. BFS Group Ltd has been awarded the contract, valued at £12,500,000 GBP. The tendering process concluded with an end date of 28th January 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply chain of groceries, particularly those capable of handling large-scale distribution and delivery. The contract is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, providing a chance for these entities to expand their operations and increase their market presence. Businesses with the necessary logistics, inventory management, and distribution capabilities in the food and beverage sector would be well-suited to compete in future similar tenders. This contract not only offers substantial revenue potential but also helps in forming valuable partnerships with local authorities like Shropshire Council.

## Notice

This is a contract award notice for the Supply & Delivery of Grocery Provisions to schools and establishments within the listed regions for consumption at mealtimes and may also include product requirements for hospitality and other ad-hoc or planned events. The contract will consist of two lots. Contractors can bid for one Lot, or both Lots. Please refer to Appendix A for a list of all current establishment name and address details for each lot. *Lot 1: Shropshire and North Wales *Lot 2: Staffordshire, West Midlands, and Worcestershire

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f02d5711-4492-49e3-b072-c823a7a8fafc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £12,500,000 |
| 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 | SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | SHREWSBURY |
| Post town | Shrewsbury |
| Postcode | SY2 6ND |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG22 Shropshire |
| Local authority | Shropshire |
| Electoral ward | Abbey |
| Westminster constituency | Shrewsbury |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BFS GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2025 at 13:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f02d5711-4492-49e3-b072-c823a7a8fafc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f02d5711-4492-49e3-b072-c823a7a8fafc
  13th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=925664642
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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