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title: "06_17 Beers, Wines and Spirits and Bar Services (National)"
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# 06_17 Beers, Wines and Spirits and Bar Services (National)

Buyer: ESPO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-86fd4ae4-3c4b-4dd2-84eb-c0e51198a7d8

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## Summary

ESPO is conducting a procurement process titled "06_17 Beers, Wines and Spirits and Bar Services (National)" to secure suppliers for various alcoholic beverages and bar services across multiple lots. The main focus is on supplying Lot 1 for ESPO National, and the procurement is currently at the Award stage, with the contract period set to commence on 1st May 2017 and conclude on 30th April 2019. The tender closing date for submission is 29th March 2017. This open procurement method allows public bodies throughout the UK to benefit from the framework agreement, which has an estimated total value of £7,500,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the beverage supply sector, particularly those specialising in beers, wines, and spirits. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community service organisations (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, particularly those that can handle distribution to eligible ESPO customers, including local authorities and educational establishments. With potential extensions and eAuction processes for subsequent contracts, successful bidders may enjoy sustained business relationships and increased market presence.

## Notice

This award notice is for Lot 1 only, Lots 2 and 3 have not yet been awarded. ESPO is undertaking a procurement process to appoint suppliers to supply Beers, lagers, ciders, Wines, Spirits, minerals & soft drinks to Lot 1 ESPO National, Lot 2 De Montfort Hall, Lot 3 The Corporate Officer of the House of Commons and The Corporate Officer of the House of Lords. ESPO will impose on economic operators requirements aimed at protecting the confidential nature of information made available throughout the procurement procedure (as permitted by Regulation 21(3)) and, before receiving that information, economic operators will be required to complete and return a Confidentiality Agreement, which will be available once economic operators have expressed an interest in the tender opportunity. Lot 1: ESPO National - Is for the supply and distribution of Beers, lagers & ciders (kegs, casks and bottles), Wines, Spirits, Premium Packaged drinks, mixers, post mix drinks and soft drinks to eligible ESPO customers. Lot 2: De Montfort Hall - Is for the supply and distribution of Beers, lagers & ciders (kegs, casks and bottles), Wines, Spirits, Premium Packaged drinks, mixers, post mix drinks and soft drinks to the De Montfort Halls. De Montfort Hall is a premier venue in Leicester City. Tenderers should contact ESPO through the procurement portal should they wish to arrange to visit the venue. Lot 3: The Corporate Officer of the House of Commons and the Corporate Officer of the House of Lords - Is for the supply of Beers, lagers & ciders (kegs, casks and bottles), Spirits, Premium Packaged drinks, mixers, post mix drinks and soft drinks to the House of Commons & the House of Lords. For the avoidance of doubt Wines are not included within the Lot 3 requirement. The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period. An eAuction process may be used to award subsequent call off contracts following the reopening of competition among the parties to the Framework Agreement. As a Central Purchasing Body as defined by the EU Procurement Directive 2014/24/EU, the Framework Agreement is open for use by Public Bodies (defined https://www.espo.org/ESPO/media/Documents/FAQs/ESPO-s_powers_to_trade__website_-2016-12-22.pdf) that also fall into one of the following classifications of user throughout all administrative regions of the UK: Local Authorities; Educational Establishments (including Academies); Central Government Departments and Agencies; Police, Fire & Rescue and Coastguard Emergency Services; NHS and HSC Bodies, including Ambulance Services; Registered Charities; Registered Social Landlords; or any public body established by or under the Scotland Act 1998 or any Act of the Scottish Parliament. Details of the classification of end user establishments and geographical areas is available on: http://www.espo.org/About-us-%281%29/FAQs/Legal

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51762167-8a15-4163-a9b1-00be2315f6c9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Apr 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2017 - 30 Apr 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | ESPO |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE19 1ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Enderby |
| Westminster constituency | South Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | HEINEKEN; HOUSE OF TOWNEND WINE MERCHANTS; MATTHEW CLARK; MOLSON COORS BREWING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15910000 - Distilled alcoholic beverages
- 15930000 - Wines
- 15941000 - Cider
- 15960000 - Malt beer
- 15982000 - Soft drinks

## Release History

- 31 May 2017 at 09:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51762167-8a15-4163-a9b1-00be2315f6c9
- 27 Feb 2017 at 11:20 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c7985ee-ab08-42a3-b76a-6f6c979db93b
- 27 Feb 2017 at 10:31 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c7985ee-ab08-42a3-b76a-6f6c979db93b
- 27 Feb 2017 at 10:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c7985ee-ab08-42a3-b76a-6f6c979db93b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51762167-8a15-4163-a9b1-00be2315f6c9
  31st May 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c7985ee-ab08-42a3-b76a-6f6c979db93b
  27th February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.eastmidstenders.org
  East Mids Tenders

## Notice URLs

- http://www.espo.org
- http://www.espo.org/About-us-%281%29/FAQs/Legal
- https://www.espo.org/ESPO/media/Documents/FAQs/ESPO-s_powers_to_trade__website_-2016-12-22.pdf

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