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title: "Community Food Growing Programme"
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buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Community Food Growing Programme

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-648d78ae-1f84-4edc-b0c7-f4fd83243e81

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## Summary

The Leicestershire County Council is inviting quotations for its "Community Food Growing Programme," aimed at enhancing the health benefits and skills of growing food within local communities. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically in the field of social and community services, and is located in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 3rd February 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 1st April 2017 for an initial duration of 12 months, with the possibility of extending for an additional 24 months. The procurement method is open, allowing wide participation, with a contract value of £50,000. Additional details and documents can be accessed from the e-tendering portal.

This tender represents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in community engagement, horticulture, or health promotion. Businesses that possess experience in delivering community-based services and have a strong local presence within the East Midlands are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this programme could enhance brand visibility, foster community relationships, and contribute to a healthier local population while supporting economic growth through local partnerships.

## Notice

Quotations are invited for the provision of a Community Food Growing Programme to promote the health benefits and skills of growing your own food to local communities, targeted community groups and households. The initial contract period will be 12 months with the option to extend for up to a further period(s) totalling 24 months. Additional information: Documents available to download from www.eastmidstenders.org

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dd75739-b44c-4782-be4b-72ba14170d34 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE3 8RA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Glenfield Faire |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2017 at 18:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dd75739-b44c-4782-be4b-72ba14170d34

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dd75739-b44c-4782-be4b-72ba14170d34
  16th January 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.eastmidstenders.org
  E-tendering portal

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