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title: "Supply and Distibution of Fresh Fruit Vegetables and Associated Products"
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# Supply and Distibution of Fresh Fruit Vegetables and Associated Products

Buyer: TUCO LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7a94b4cd-62be-4bad-8a59-1b0e6b0c20ae

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## Summary

TUCO Ltd is initiating a tender for the "Supply and Distribution of Fresh Fruit Vegetables and Associated Products," which is categorised under goods in the food industry. The procurement is focused on supplying fresh fruit and vegetables to TUCO members and clients, with regional lots to be awarded to multiple suppliers. The tender period is currently active and will close on 6 April 2018. The estimated contract value is £35,000,000, with a minimum value of £24,000,000. The contract is set to commence on 1 July 2018 and run until 30 June 2020, covering delivery locations across the UK and other territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the agriculture and food distribution sectors, particularly those specialising in fresh produce. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is structured to accommodate multiple suppliers through a selective, restricted procedure. Businesses capable of meeting diverse delivery requirements, including potential additional items like milk and bread, will find this an advantageous opportunity to expand their market reach and establish lasting contracts with TUCO Ltd.

## Notice

The Supply and Distribution of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables to all TUCO members and clients. Award will be in Regional Lots. TUCO Ltd are seeking to award to a number of suppliers within each regional Lot. The primary area of supply is fresh fruit and vegetables. Fruit salad and prepared fruit and vegetables will also be included. There may be a requirement for fresh milk, cream, bread and morning goods to be delivered to some sites. All documentation is available via https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tpl Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fcf9a24-7bf2-41b5-bd6a-6a3e1ffc981f |
| 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 | 10 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2018 - 30 Jun 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,000,000 |
| 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 | TUCO LTD |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M2 7LE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2018 at 10:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fcf9a24-7bf2-41b5-bd6a-6a3e1ffc981f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fcf9a24-7bf2-41b5-bd6a-6a3e1ffc981f
  10th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=306060764
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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