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title: "HCC Aug 2022 - PPME for the Supply of Ambient, Frozen and Chilled Food and Fresh Meat and Poultry"
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buyer: "HERTFORDSHIRE CATERING LTD"
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# HCC Aug 2022 - PPME for the Supply of Ambient, Frozen and Chilled Food and Fresh Meat and Poultry

Buyer: HERTFORDSHIRE CATERING LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7d25c6e2-adbc-4f5f-ba2c-839fac645986

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## Summary

The Hertfordshire Catering Limited (HCL) is currently engaged in a Pre-Procurement Market Engagement (PPME) process concerning their upcoming procurement for the supply of Ambient, Frozen, and Chilled Food, as well as Fresh Meat and Poultry. This initiative is part of HCL’s preparation for a new contract, as the existing one is set to expire soon. The PPME is intended to gather feedback and explore market options, paving the way for future procurement decisions. The engagement period for this process ends on 26th August 2022, with the contract anticipated to commence on 27th August 2022 and conclude by 30th September 2022. This project falls under the 'goods' category within the food and beverages industry and is located in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses within the food supply sector, particularly those specialising in ambient, frozen, and chilled food products, as well as fresh meat and poultry. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate in the PPME; however, there are no advantages granted to any specific supplier at this stage. This early engagement is designed to help HCL build stronger partnerships and improve their food offerings for their extensive customer base in educational institutions and commercial units across Hertfordshire. Businesses that can provide innovative, high-quality food solutions are well-positioned to contribute and potentially thrive in the upcoming procurement process.

## Notice

Hertfordshire Catering Limited (HCL) is carrying out Pre-Procurement Market Engagement ('PPME') in relation to the Supply of Ambient, Frozen and Chilled Food and Fresh Meat and Poultry. Hertfordshire Catering Limited (hereinafter referred to as HCL), is a Company limited by shares and wholly owned by Hertfordshire County Council. HCL is an award-winning contract caterer, dedicated to delivering excellence in educational catering and commercial sectors throughout Hertfordshire and surrounding counties. HCL currently delivers a catering service in circa 425 primary schools and 42 secondary schools along with 17 commercial units. HCL are seeking a key partner that makes them stronger together and continues to build relationships, where everyone feels valued and feels their contribution is adding value to our mission statement. HCL currently has an existing contract in place for the supply of Ambient, Frozen & Chilled, and Fresh Meat & Poultry, but this will expire soon. The current contract covers the full range of Ambient, Frozen & Chilled, and Fresh Meat & Poultry. This Pre-Procurement Market engagement provides an opportunity to research the choices that are available in the market which have the potential to meet our needs and enhance our menu. HCL will consider the feedback received to help inform their options and further decision making. For the avoidance of doubt, this stage of the project is not part of a formal procurement process and the Council is not committing, at this stage, to carrying out such a process. Participation or non-participation in the PPME shall not prevent any supplier participating in a potential future procurement, nor is it intended that any information supplied as part of the PPME shall place any supplier at an advantage in a potential procurement process. Participation in the PPME will be at each organisation's own cost. No expense in responding to this PPME will be reimbursed by the Council. Additional information: This is a PPME exercise only. To access the PPME document please visit www.supplyhertfordshire.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b37b552-c6c8-4058-82df-fc019a0473e7 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Aug 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 Aug 2022 - 30 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | HERTFORDSHIRE CATERING LTD |
| Locality | HERTS |
| Post town | St Albans |
| Postcode | AL7 1FT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Welwyn Hatfield |
| Electoral ward | Haldens |
| Westminster constituency | Welwyn Hatfield |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 15100000 - Animal products, meat and meat products
- 15110000 - Meat
- 15112000 - Poultry
- 15220000 - Frozen fish, fish fillets and other fish meat
- 15896000 - Deep-frozen products

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2022 at 10:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b37b552-c6c8-4058-82df-fc019a0473e7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b37b552-c6c8-4058-82df-fc019a0473e7
  4th August 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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