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title: "Fresh Produce"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DURHAM UNIVERSITY"
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# Fresh Produce

Buyer: DURHAM UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-76cea01f-7736-465b-91a3-1dfb75ce0be6

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## Summary

Durham University is seeking suppliers for a contract titled "Fresh Produce" in the food supply industry. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with the contract intended to run from 1 January 2018 to 31 December 2021 as a sole supplier framework agreement. The total contract value is £3,719,000, and suppliers are expected to provide fresh produce to various locations in Durham City and Stockton-on-Tees, six days a week, including over UK bank holidays and during the Christmas period. The open procurement method was used, with the tender period having closed on 1 November 2017.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in food supply, particularly those able to deliver a wide range of products including fruits, vegetables, dairy, and baked goods. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria indicating a preference for them. Companies with the capability to manage consistent deliveries and cater to diverse requirements from routine dining to special events will find this tender particularly appealing for business growth.

## Notice

Durham University require a contract for the provision of Fresh Produce. The intention is to award the contract as a sole supplier framework agreement for 4 years. The appointed supplier must be able to supply a range of products to meet the diverse needs requirements from routine cafeteria food to high prestige events. Deliveries will be required to various location in Durham City and Stockton-on -Tees 6 days a week as well as cover over UK bank holidays and the Christmas period. To express an interest please go to the following link http://events.transaxions.com/service.aspx?event=6768

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59b89db7-13cf-4dcf-afee-faae4aea727e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Dec 2017 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2018 - 31 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,719,000 |
| 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 | DURHAM UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 3LE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Durham South |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JR HOLLAND FOOD SERVICE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 03142500 - Eggs
- 15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products
- 15511000 - Milk
- 15551000 - Yoghurt and other fermented milk products
- 15811000 - Bread products
- 15891000 - Soups and broths

## Release History

- 11 Dec 2017 at 16:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59b89db7-13cf-4dcf-afee-faae4aea727e
- 2 Oct 2017 at 09:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/146ef9cf-5e8f-4758-859c-4c6cf771b855

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59b89db7-13cf-4dcf-afee-faae4aea727e
  11th December 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/146ef9cf-5e8f-4758-859c-4c6cf771b855
  2nd October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://events.transaxions.com/service.aspx?event=6768

## Provenance

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