--- title: "Framework Agreement for the Supply and Distribution of Fruit and Vegetables and Milk and Morning Goods" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-648889eb-b2dd-4379-aae5-6db2fc52ac64" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-648889eb-b2dd-4379-aae5-6db2fc52ac64" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-648889eb-b2dd-4379-aae5-6db2fc52ac64.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-648889eb-b2dd-4379-aae5-6db2fc52ac64.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2021-11-25" --- # Framework Agreement for the Supply and Distribution of Fruit and Vegetables and Milk and Morning Goods Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-648889eb-b2dd-4379-aae5-6db2fc52ac64 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-648889eb-b2dd-4379-aae5-6db2fc52ac64) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-648889eb-b2dd-4379-aae5-6db2fc52ac64.json) ## Summary The Hampshire County Council is currently seeking tenders for a Framework Agreement aimed at the Supply and Distribution of Fruit and Vegetables and Milk and Morning Goods. This procurement process falls under the goods category and will commence on 4th April 2022, running for four years until 3rd April 2026. Interested parties are required to submit their tenders by 14:00 hours on 4th January 2022. The procurement method is classified as an open procedure, applicable above the threshold, with an estimated value of £9 million, signalling a significant investment in this vital sector. This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses operating within the food supply industry, particularly those specialised in fruit, vegetables, and dairy goods. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find this an advantageous bid, given the encouragement for suitable organisations to participate. Businesses that can effectively meet the supply and distribution criteria set out by Hampshire County Council are well-positioned to expand their operations and secure a lucrative contract within this evolving market. ## Notice Hampshire County Council invites applications from suitably experienced organisations who wish to be considered for selection to tender for the Supply and Distribution of Fruit and Vegetables and Milk and Morning Goods. The Framework will commence on 04 April 2022 and will be for a period of 4 years. Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire, and complete and submit the tender return document together with any supporting information requested by 14:00 hrs on Tuesday 04 January 2022. Additional information: Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire. Guidance on how to participate in a tender - download and upload documents / returns and if required, register your company (free of charge), can be found on the In-tend site under the 'Help' or 'Information for Suppliers' buttons. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7dce600f-d507-4e5b-a84c-b7073c9c18ce | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 4 Jan 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Apr 2022 - 3 Apr 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £9,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO23 9NR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire | | Local authority | Winchester | | Electoral ward | St Michael | | Westminster constituency | Winchester | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products ### Codes - 15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products ## Release History - 25 Nov 2021 at 15:21 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7dce600f-d507-4e5b-a84c-b7073c9c18ce - 25 Nov 2021 at 15:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7dce600f-d507-4e5b-a84c-b7073c9c18ce ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7dce600f-d507-4e5b-a84c-b7073c9c18ce 25th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Hampshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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