--- title: "CBC-1738-T-DB Micro Market for Priory View" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a7de0371-463b-4cfc-8a4c-ce5aa276cba2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a7de0371-463b-4cfc-8a4c-ce5aa276cba2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a7de0371-463b-4cfc-8a4c-ce5aa276cba2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a7de0371-463b-4cfc-8a4c-ce5aa276cba2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2024-10-31" --- # CBC-1738-T-DB Micro Market for Priory View Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a7de0371-463b-4cfc-8a4c-ce5aa276cba2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a7de0371-463b-4cfc-8a4c-ce5aa276cba2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a7de0371-463b-4cfc-8a4c-ce5aa276cba2.json) ## Summary Central Bedfordshire Council (CBC) is currently in the tender stage, seeking a supplier to implement a micro market solution for Priory View, an independent living community for individuals aged 55 and over, located in Dunstable. The procurement, titled "CBC-1738-T-DB Micro Market for Priory View," falls under the industry category of meal-preparation services and is open until 22 November 2024. This open procedure below the threshold aims to start the contract on 3 February 2025, with an initial term of three years and an optional two-year extension, distributed across various locations including the United Kingdom and international territories. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses capable of providing high-quality food selection services, especially those specialising in meal-preparation services. Due to its open nature, businesses of all sizes have a fair chance, although the suitability for SMEs and VCSEs is not emphasised. The contract's scope and duration present prospects for sustainable growth and stable revenue streams, making it ideal for firms looking to expand into new markets or enhance their public sector portfolio. Interested parties are encouraged to opt in and engage actively via the In-tend portal for clarifications and submissions. ## Notice Central Bedfordshire Council (CBC) is seeking a supplier to provide a micro market solution that offers a market-leading food selection for the residents and visitors of Priory View. Priory View is an independent living community for individuals aged 55 and over, located in Dunstable. Please READ/follow the information and guidance supplied below and within the Tender documents, this will help with your tender submission. Word count limits apply, any information going over will not be considered. Respond to ALL questions. Additional documents or information not required will be disregarded. Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communication/correspondence and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Do not contact the Service area for information, please use the correspondence facility Regularly view the 'Clarification' tab for updates or responses to questions received by bidders. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all bidders (if not P&C), this to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. Avoid uploading your return just prior to closing deadline as you may incur IT issues and we will not accept Tender Returns via e-mail. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification on, please contact the Procurement lead using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Opting In To inform us of your decision to participate and to be able to submit a tender you will be required to Opt In. Opting In will confirm to us of your involvement and your intention to submit a tender return. 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Target contract commencement date: February 2025 Contract term: 3 years + optional 2 years extension Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ac73ae5-f8d7-4808-ae46-41627559c328 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 31 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Feb 2025 - 2 Feb 2028 | | 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 | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | SHEFFORD | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG17 5TQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire | | Local authority | Central Bedfordshire | | Electoral ward | Shefford | | Westminster constituency | Hitchin | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55321000 - Meal-preparation services ## Release History - 31 Oct 2024 at 16:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ac73ae5-f8d7-4808-ae46-41627559c328 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ac73ae5-f8d7-4808-ae46-41627559c328 31st October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/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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