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title: "Animal Feeds - Dairy Blend - AWARD"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5eca7723-a062-4d75-afcf-be874aa5dcbf"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF READING"
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# Animal Feeds - Dairy Blend - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF READING  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5eca7723-a062-4d75-afcf-be874aa5dcbf

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the University of Reading's award of a framework contract for animal feeds, specifically a Dairy Blend, classified under agricultural products. The open tender process concluded on 20th August 2020, with the contract effective from 14th September 2020 and running until 13th September 2024. The award was published on 16th February 2021, and interested suppliers were invited to participate in future mini-competitions for pricing related to specific requirements. The procurement is located in Reading, South East England, with a focus on goods supply.

This opportunity allows businesses in the agricultural sector, particularly those specialising in animal feeds, to engage with a reputable contracting authority. SMEs with capabilities in providing mineralised and non-mineralised animal blends are particularly well-suited to compete in forthcoming mini-competitions. This framework agreement not only facilitates consistent supply contracts but also enhances competitive visibility for suppliers in the marketplace, paving the way for potential growth and expanded market reach.

## Notice

Animal Feeds - Dairy Blend, Framework. This tender is for a place on the University of Reading Framework Agreement for the supply of the mineralised and non-mineralised blends of animal feed to the University farm (Reading, RG2 9HX). Mini-competitions will be held subsequent to this tender where, if awarded a place on the framework, you will be asked to provide pricing for an actual requirement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/758d3a0c-c2e4-4766-b8bd-2cc266a04c8c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 13 Sep 2020 - 13 Sep 2024 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF READING |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG6 2AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | Wokingham |
| Electoral ward | Hillside |
| Westminster constituency | Earley and Woodley |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | FORFARMERS; KW AGRICULTURE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

## Release History

- 16 Feb 2021 at 13:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/758d3a0c-c2e4-4766-b8bd-2cc266a04c8c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/758d3a0c-c2e4-4766-b8bd-2cc266a04c8c
  16th February 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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