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title: "Framework Mini-Competition: Provision of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables to the University of Manchester"
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# Framework Mini-Competition: Provision of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables to the University of Manchester

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a2cd18d8-54bd-4704-b559-5f0158346651

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## Summary

The University of Manchester has completed a procurement process for the provision of fresh fruit and vegetables, valued at £1.5 million. The procurement method involved a selective approach through a mini-competition under The University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) Framework Agreement, focusing on the supply and distribution of fresh produce. The contract period runs from 1st February 2019 to 31st January 2022, and the awarded suppliers are SET Produce Ltd and BIDFRESH LIMITED t/a Oliver Kay Produce. The mini-competition process concluded on 4th September 2018, and the award was published on 12th March 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the food supply industry, particularly those specialising in fresh fruits and vegetables. Companies that can efficiently source, distribute, and meet the quality standards required by large educational institutions such as the University of Manchester would be well-positioned to participate in future tenders. As this procurement was conducted under a framework agreement, other related opportunities may arise, inviting further competition and collaboration among suppliers in the market.

## Notice

The University has appointed a supplier or suppliers for the provision of fresh fruit and vegetables. The appointment was by means of a mini-competition through The University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) Framework Agreement for: The supply & distribution of fresh fruit and vegetables and related products (CAT11037-TU).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f32372e3-71d4-436c-819b-c24fb3d6a9fc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Mar 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jan 2019 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2019 - 31 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M13 9PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | BIDFRESH LIMITED T/A OLIVER KAY PRODUCE; SET PRODUCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products

## Release History

- 12 Mar 2019 at 10:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f32372e3-71d4-436c-819b-c24fb3d6a9fc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f32372e3-71d4-436c-819b-c24fb3d6a9fc
  12th March 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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