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title: "Further Competition under TUCO framework Fruit & Vegetables 2014 - Provision of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables"
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# Further Competition under TUCO framework Fruit & Vegetables 2014 - Provision of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables

Buyer: LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bd986fc2-d51a-4717-96e3-e45c0c3367f1

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## Summary

The Liverpool City Council has completed a procurement process titled "Further Competition under TUCO framework Fruit & Vegetables 2014 - Provision of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables," which involved the supply of fresh fruit and vegetables to local schools and council departments in the North West region of the United Kingdom. This tender was awarded through a direct procurement method with a total contract value of £90,000. The contract period commenced on 21st July 2016 and concluded on 30th June 2017, with the award being made on 20th July 2016 and published on 29th June 2017.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in the food supply industry, particularly those specialising in fresh produce. Businesses equipped to provide fresh fruit and vegetables to educational institutions or local councils would be particularly well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging with local authorities can foster business growth by expanding supplier networks and establishing long-term contracts within the public sector.

## Notice

Provision of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables to Liverpool Schools and Council Departments.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bab9082e-081f-4bc1-a227-38bd37b88214 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jul 2016 |
| Contract period | 20 Jul 2016 - 30 Jun 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £90,000 |
| 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 | LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RON CHALKER ( THE POTATO MAN ) TTD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

### Codes

- 03200000 - Cereals, potatoes, vegetables, fruits and nuts

## Release History

- 29 Jun 2017 at 10:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bab9082e-081f-4bc1-a227-38bd37b88214

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bab9082e-081f-4bc1-a227-38bd37b88214
  29th June 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.liverpool.gov.uk

## Provenance

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