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title: "RMCS 043 - Supply & Delivery of Greengroceries"
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buyer: "SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL"
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# RMCS 043 - Supply & Delivery of Greengroceries

Buyer: SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a388e465-bb3b-4630-aaa8-8cfb41480985

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## Summary

Shropshire Council has completed the award stage for the contract titled "RMCS 043 - Supply & Delivery of Greengroceries." The procurement process falls under the industry category of "fruit, vegetables and related products" (CPV code 15300000) and encompasses supplies to schools and other establishments in Shropshire, North Wales, Staffordshire, West Midlands, and Worcestershire. The contract is divided into two lots, with the procurement method identified as an open procedure. The tender period ended on 28 January 2025, and the contract period is set from 1 February 2025 to 31 January 2026. The total contract value is £15,300,000 GBP, awarded to Rowlands & Co (Shrewsbury) Ltd.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) suitable for supplying greengrocery products. Companies with expertise in logistics and fresh produce distribution to educational and hospitality establishments would benefit from this contract. By engaging in such large-scale supply chains, businesses can expand their operational reach within key regions of the UK, fostering growth and establishing long-term partnerships with public-sector entities.

## Notice

This is a contract award notice for the Supply & Delivery of Greengrocery Products to schools and establishments within the listed regions for consumption at mealtimes and may also include product requirements for hospitality and other ad-hoc or planned events. The contract will consist of two lots. Contractors can bid for one Lot, or both Lots. Please refer to Appendix A for a list of all current establishment name and address details for each lot. *Lot 1: Shropshire and North Wales *Lot 2: Staffordshire, West Midlands, and Worcestershire

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69a3aeb8-4ffc-4d56-b94e-c4661759cf1c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,300,000 |
| 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 | SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | SHREWSBURY |
| Post town | Shrewsbury |
| Postcode | SY2 6ND |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG22 Shropshire |
| Local authority | Shropshire |
| Electoral ward | Abbey |
| Westminster constituency | Shrewsbury |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ROWLANDS & CO (SHREWSBURY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2025 at 11:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69a3aeb8-4ffc-4d56-b94e-c4661759cf1c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69a3aeb8-4ffc-4d56-b94e-c4661759cf1c
  12th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=925052531
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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