--- title: "72_18 Fresh Fruit, Vegetables and Salads" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9352236f-742a-478a-b812-abfbbf92c880" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9352236f-742a-478a-b812-abfbbf92c880" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9352236f-742a-478a-b812-abfbbf92c880.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9352236f-742a-478a-b812-abfbbf92c880.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ESPO" published: "2018-02-28" --- # 72_18 Fresh Fruit, Vegetables and Salads Buyer: ESPO Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9352236f-742a-478a-b812-abfbbf92c880 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9352236f-742a-478a-b812-abfbbf92c880) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9352236f-742a-478a-b812-abfbbf92c880.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by Espo seeks to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement for the supply and distribution of fresh fruit, vegetables, and salads, valued at £8,000,000. This opportunity falls under the agricultural and food products industry category and is located in Leicester, England. Currently, the tender is in the active stage of the open procedure, with a closing date for submissions set for 12:00 on 29th March 2018. The contract period will commence from 1st May 2018 and extend until 30th April 2020, with the option to extend for an additional 24 months. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the food supply sector, particularly those specialising in fresh produce, to engage in a lucrative long-term partnership with public bodies across the UK, including local authorities and educational establishments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly suited to compete for this tender, as they can provide tailored services that meet the varying needs of the diverse user classification. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest through the designated online platform. ## Notice ESPO is seeking to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement for the supply and distribution of a range of fresh fruit, vegetables, potatoes and salads and associated products. 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 The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated values stated include the option period. To express an interest: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity '72_18', (d) Express an interest. Please note the closing date for submission of tenders is 12:00, 29/03/2018. Additional information: To tender: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity '72_18', (d) Express an interest. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71d8d15e-4736-4f63-bf5c-cd7d76d2e7dd | | 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 | 28 Feb 2018 | | Submission deadline | 29 Mar 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Apr 2018 - 30 Apr 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £8,000,000 | | 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 | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products ### Codes - 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products ## Release History - 28 Feb 2018 at 10:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71d8d15e-4736-4f63-bf5c-cd7d76d2e7dd ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71d8d15e-4736-4f63-bf5c-cd7d76d2e7dd 28th February 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=ef8acc78-68de-e711-80e7-005056b64545&p=527b4bbd-5c58-e511-80ef-000c29c9ba21 EastMids 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 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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