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title: "The Supply and Delivery of Pasta and Rice Based Meals"
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buyer: "LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-08"
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# The Supply and Delivery of Pasta and Rice Based Meals

Buyer: LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5309c718-948f-44ac-b221-f9de4f435851

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## Summary

The procurement process entitled "The Supply and Delivery of Pasta and Rice Based Meals" was conducted by Lancashire County Council, located in Preston, England. This process falls under the goods category, specifically dealing with miscellaneous food products and dried goods with a procurement classification ID of 15890000. The contract was awarded through a direct award from a third-party framework, concluding with the award stage. Key dates include the tender period ending on 30th April 2026 and the contract spanning from 1st May 2026 to 30th April 2030. The total contract value is £280,000, and the delivery location is in the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender provides significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the food supply sector, given the preference noted for such businesses. Suppliers specialising in pasta and rice-based meals, like the successful supplier PASTAKING (UK) LIMITED, would find this contract aligns with their capabilities. Businesses with efficient supply chains capable of meeting the consistent delivery demands over the four-year contract period could not only secure stable revenue but also establish long-term partnerships with government entities such as the Lancashire County Council. This contract serves as a strategic entry point for SMEs aiming to expand their footprint in public sector procurement.

## Notice

The Supply and Delivery of Pasta and Rice Based Meals

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1566c0e-a990-4791-96a5-0287ee9bf2d5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award from 3rd Party Framework |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £280,000 |
| 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 | LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR1 8XJ |
| 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 | PASTAKING (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15890000 - Miscellaneous food products and dried goods

## Release History

- 8 Jun 2026 at 09:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1566c0e-a990-4791-96a5-0287ee9bf2d5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1566c0e-a990-4791-96a5-0287ee9bf2d5
  8th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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