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title: "Fresh Produce 2024 - South West"
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# Fresh Produce 2024 - South West

Buyer: NORSE COMMERCIAL SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-665ba288-33b6-43be-bd6a-d2b3f8e87afa

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## Summary

Norse Commercial Services Limited has successfully awarded a contract for the supply of fresh produce, including fruit, vegetables, dairy, and bread, under the title "Fresh Produce 2024 - South West". This contract pertains to the industry category of "Food, beverages, tobacco and related products" and is valued at GBP 1,860,000 over a potential five-year period. The procurement process was conducted using an open procedure method, aimed primarily at SMEs. The buying organisation is based in Norwich, UK, and the suppliers will deliver to various establishments within the South West region. Key dates include the contract period starting on 19th August 2024 and concluding on 18th August 2026, with an option to extend for an additional 36 months. The award was officially announced on 31st July 2024.

This procurement contract opens up significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in foodstuffs. The sizeable contract value and extended potential duration make it attractive for businesses seeking long-term stability and expansion within the South West region. Companies with expertise in supplying fresh produce can benefit from securing a reliable client in Norse Commercial Services Limited. This tender is particularly suited for businesses with capabilities in managing large-scale deliveries, ensuring consistent quality, and meeting the logistical requirements of multiple locations. The open procedure method provides a transparent and competitive avenue for ambitious businesses to enter or expand their footprint in the public sector market.

## Notice

Norse have undertaken a procurement process to identify and appoint a supplier for fresh produce (fruit, vegetables, dairy, and bread) supply for South West Norse, to supply and deliver to all relevant South West Norse Catering establishments listed within the South West. The initial Contract length is two years with the option to extend for up to 36 months. The value of this Contract is estimated at 1,860,000 GBP over the full five year Contract Period (including potential extensions).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4a4c617-8723-4022-abb7-7332e398584c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 18 Aug 2024 - 18 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,860,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,860,000 |
| 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 | NORSE COMMERCIAL SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR6 6EQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Catton Grove |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich North |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MJ BAKER FOODSERVICE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

## Release History

- 2 Aug 2024 at 11:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4a4c617-8723-4022-abb7-7332e398584c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4a4c617-8723-4022-abb7-7332e398584c
  2nd August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=879543940
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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