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# 339_22 - Light Catering Equipment

Buyer: ESPO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ab2066e2-a7fb-4655-a866-84d772e303ff

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "339_22 - Light Catering Equipment" contract is led by the Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation (ESPO), based in Leicester, United Kingdom. This open tender aims to establish a framework for supplying various items including cookware, tableware, and catering trolleys. The tender period concluded on 3rd September 2021, while the contract will commence on 1st March 2022 and is set to end on 31st March 2024, with a total estimated value of £2,540,000. Notably, there is an option to extend the contract for a further 23 months. 

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in catering supplies and kitchen equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to compete should focus on products such as tableware and food preparation equipment as listed in the procurement document. Engaging in this tender allows businesses to establish valuable relationships with ESPO and potentially secure long-term contracts within the catering industry.

## Notice

A framework for the supply of Light Catering Equipment for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester and for direct delivery to ESPO customers, nationally. The framework covers: cookware, tableware and catering trolleys. Lot 1 - Tableware Lot 2 - Polycarbonate Lot 3 - Food Preparation Lot 4 - Cookware Lot 5 - Utensils and Packs Lot 6 - Measuring Equipment Lot 7 - Tea and Coffee Making Lot 8 - Catalogue Directs Lot 9 - Contingency Supply of Light Catering Equipment The framework agreement/contract has the option to extend for up to a further 23 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period. To tender: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity '339_22' d) Express an interest (e) Access and download the tender from the website. Additional information: ESPO will incorporate a minimum 10 calendar day standstill period at the point information on the award of the contract is communicated to tenderers. Applicants who are unsuccessful shall be informed by ESPO as soon as possible after the decision has been made as to the reasons why the applicant was unsuccessful. If an appeal regarding the award of the contract has not been successfully resolved, The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (SI 2105 No. 102) provide for aggrieved parties who have been harmed or are at risk of harm by breach of the rules to take legal action. Any such action must be brought within the applicable limitation period. Where a contract has not been entered into, the Court may order the setting aside of the award decision or order for any document to be amended and may award damages, make a declaration of ineffectiveness, order for a fine to be paid, and/or order the duration of the contract be shortened. The purpose of the standstill period referred to above is to allow the parties to apply to the Courts to set aside the award decision before the contract is entered into.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8db6f690-6e3f-44f0-9168-89451d307b19 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,540,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,600,000 |
| 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 | 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 8 |
| Supplier names | ADDIS HOUSEWARES; BGL RIEBER; BUNZL UK TRADING AS LOCKHART CATERING EQUIPMENT; ELECTRONIC TEMPERATURE INSTRUMENTS; OPULENT COLLECTION; REWARD MANUFACTURING; UNIVERSAL UNITY; W.V. HOWE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 15860000 - Coffee, tea and related products
- 38311000 - Electronic scales and accessories
- 38412000 - Thermometers
- 39171000 - Display cases
- 39221000 - Kitchen equipment
- 39222000 - Catering supplies
- 39241000 - Knives and scissors
- 39299000 - Glassware
- 39311000 - Light catering equipment
- 39312000 - Food-preparation equipment
- 39711310 - Electric coffee makers
- 39711320 - Electric tea makers
- 42923200 - Scales

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2022 at 12:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8db6f690-6e3f-44f0-9168-89451d307b19

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8db6f690-6e3f-44f0-9168-89451d307b19
  27th January 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.eastmidstender.org
  EastMids Tenders

## Notice URLs

- http://www.espo.org/

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