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title: "School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme - Supply 2024"
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# School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme - Supply 2024

Buyer: NHS SUPPLY CHAIN  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8b94487b-f848-41db-ad62-1ff035343eed

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## Summary

The NHS Supply Chain is seeking suppliers for the "School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme - Supply 2024" tender. The procurement involves supplying fruit and vegetable products to distribution hubs in England. The contract period is from August 25, 2024, to August 24, 2028. The anticipated value of the Framework Agreement is around £125,400,000. The deadline for tender submissions is March 21, 2024. The procurement method is an open procedure above threshold, suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, in the goods category.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses looking to supply fruit and vegetable products to schools in England. Companies with the capacity to deliver to distribution hubs, collaborate with NHS Supply Chain: Food and Schools, and manage the distribution effectively would be well-suited. The anticipated value of the contract over 48 months is approximately £125,400,000, aiming to benefit primary schools participating in the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme.

## Notice

NHS Supply Chain: Food is seeking suppliers who will have the capacity and capability to' deliver and possess the drive to work collaboratively with NHS Supply Chain: Food and Schools to provide the right solution and manage the Distribution into Schools as part of the SFVS. This procurement is for: The supply of fruit and vegetable products under the SFVS to be delivered to nominated distribution hubs in England. SFVS is a Government funded initiative that supplies a piece of fruit or vegetable to all key stage 1 children (ages 4-7) in England for consumption up to 190 days each academic year. It is anticipated that in the first 24 months the value of the Framework Agreement will be in the region of PS62,700,000. This is based on the around 16,520 Primary Schools currently using the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value of the Framework Agreement will be in the region of PS125,400,000. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information. The values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bda14d66-3a4e-421c-8c8d-61b74e17e427 |
| 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 | 20 Feb 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 Aug 2024 - 24 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £125,400,000 |
| 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 | NHS SUPPLY CHAIN |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 8UG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth |
| Local authority | Lambeth |
| Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2024 at 15:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bda14d66-3a4e-421c-8c8d-61b74e17e427

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bda14d66-3a4e-421c-8c8d-61b74e17e427
  20th February 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005533-2024
  Find a Tender Notice

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