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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: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bbdf68fb-b896-4c65-93b4-26bb41c44bd6

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## Summary

Shropshire Council is currently in the Tender stage for a contract titled "RMCS 043 - Supply & Delivery of Greengroceries," targeting the "Fruit, vegetables and related products" category. This open procedure contract involves the supply and delivery of greengrocery products to schools and establishments in Shropshire, North Wales, Staffordshire, West Midlands, and Worcestershire for mealtimes and various events. The procurement spans two lots, with contractors able to bid on one or both. Important dates to note include the tender submission deadline on 9th December 2024 and the contract period from 1st February 2025 to 31st January 2026.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in greengrocery products, particularly those with experience in supply chain logistics and service delivery to multiple locations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to apply, given the suitability criteria. Successful bidders will benefit from a contract valued at approximately £1.75 million, presenting a substantial chance to expand operations and increase market presence within the public sector.

## Notice

This contract is 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/cea75033-98d9-4b9f-8441-890ae8a777a2 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,750,000 |
| 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 | 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products

## Release History

- 7 Nov 2024 at 11:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cea75033-98d9-4b9f-8441-890ae8a777a2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cea75033-98d9-4b9f-8441-890ae8a777a2
  7th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Shrewsbury:-Fruit,-vegetables-and-related-products./KH9B2VSK9N
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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