--- title: "FWK1142 - Framework for the Provision of Fruit and Vegetables (Fresh and Prepared)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-896ed9d6-3400-4596-885d-5ad62d0470cc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-896ed9d6-3400-4596-885d-5ad62d0470cc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-896ed9d6-3400-4596-885d-5ad62d0470cc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-896ed9d6-3400-4596-885d-5ad62d0470cc.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK PARLIAMENT" published: "2021-08-18" --- # FWK1142 - Framework for the Provision of Fruit and Vegetables (Fresh and Prepared) Buyer: UK PARLIAMENT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-896ed9d6-3400-4596-885d-5ad62d0470cc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-896ed9d6-3400-4596-885d-5ad62d0470cc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-896ed9d6-3400-4596-885d-5ad62d0470cc.json) ## Summary The UK Parliament is initiating a public procurement process titled "FWK1142 - Framework for the Provision of Fruit and Vegetables (Fresh and Prepared)." This tender, categorised under the provision of goods within the fruit and vegetable industry, aims to establish a framework agreement with 3 to 4 suppliers who will deliver fresh and prepared produce for the catering facilities across both Houses of Parliament. The tender period concludes on 18 September 2021, with a contract duration starting from 25 October 2021 and extending until 24 October 2025. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, with an estimated total value of £2.5 million, which may be distributed among multiple suppliers based on monthly quotations to ensure cost-effectiveness. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to engage with government contracts and expand their market presence. Companies specialising in fresh and prepared fruits and vegetables, including those that focus on sustainability and local sourcing, would be well-suited to compete. The requirement for daily deliveries means that suppliers need to demonstrate reliability and quality in their offerings, making this an attractive opportunity for businesses aiming to establish long-term partnerships with a prestigious institution like the UK Parliament. ## Notice The Houses of Parliament seeks to establish a framework agreement with 3 to 4 suppliers to provide daily deliveries of fresh and prepared fruits and vegetables for use in the catering and restaurant facilities across both Houses. Our catering services meet the needs of a working Houses of Parliament and are used by a wide number of people, such as visitors, staff, journalists and police officers and not just members. The nature of a framework agreement means that the estimated cost (in this case PS2.5M) is usually higher because that amount could potentially be split between multiple suppliers. However any supplier successfully appointed to the framework will be subject to monthly quotations to ensure any orders are given to the lowest priced supplier. Tenders are required to ensure fair and open competition in the source of supply, and so this process will enable suppliers, including SMEs, to compete fairly for the award of the contract. Both the House of Lords and House of Commons routinely review their prices, adjusting when necessary, to ensure value for money to the taxpayer. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bb0ee2a-963f-4a8a-8690-0d65fc514fee | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Aug 2021 | | Submission deadline | 18 Sep 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 25 Oct 2021 - 24 Oct 2025 | | 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 | UK PARLIAMENT | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1A 0AA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products ### Codes - 15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products - 15331100 - Fresh or frozen vegetables ## Release History - 18 Aug 2021 at 15:58 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bb0ee2a-963f-4a8a-8690-0d65fc514fee - 18 Aug 2021 at 14:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bb0ee2a-963f-4a8a-8690-0d65fc514fee ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bb0ee2a-963f-4a8a-8690-0d65fc514fee 18th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/parliamentuk/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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