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title: "Provision of Milk, Dairy, Bread & Morning Goods"
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# Provision of Milk, Dairy, Bread & Morning Goods

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LTD (TUCO LTD)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-64d183d3-5d50-47b9-b318-2d9fc75534f7

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## Summary

The University Caterers Organisation Ltd (TUCO Ltd) is currently in the tender stage for the contract titled "Provision of Milk, Dairy, Bread & Morning Goods." This procurement process focuses on the supply and distribution of various food items to higher education institutions and local authorities within the UK, with a total estimated value of £28 million. The tender period will close on 19 October 2021, and the contract is set to commence on 24 January 2022, continuing until 23 January 2026. This process follows a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure, with a primary focus on goods in the food sector.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers within the food industry, particularly those focused on milk and dairy products as well as bakery goods. Businesses that specialise in ethically sourced products, including gluten-free and dairy-free options, are particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract. Given the requirement for school-compliant products, vendors who understand the specific needs of the education sector will also find valuable prospects to expand their market reach through this procurement opportunity.

## Notice

The purpose of this contract is for the supply and distribution of milk, dairy, bread and morning goods, to members and clients of TUCO (Universities, Colleges and the wider Public Sector) The scope of commodities to be covered in the framework are as follows: Milk all variants including dairy alternatives. Creams, butter and spreads. Cheese, yoghurts and eggs. To HE/FE and Local Authorities therefore school compliant products required. Milk all variants that are ethically sourced - higher animal welfare/and or fair price to farmer. Bread all variants including gluten free and free from. Morning goods including rolls, teacakes, confectionery and traybakes. To HE/FE and Local Authorities therefore school compliant products required.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f87e0469-2f6c-4579-9f18-979912afa3fa |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 Jan 2022 - 23 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,000,000 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LTD (TUCO LTD) |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M24 4GL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD37 Greater Manchester North East |
| Local authority | Rochdale |
| Electoral ward | South Middleton |
| Westminster constituency | Blackley and Middleton South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15511000 - Milk

## Release History

- 17 Sep 2021 at 12:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f87e0469-2f6c-4579-9f18-979912afa3fa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f87e0469-2f6c-4579-9f18-979912afa3fa
  17th September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=626394785
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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