--- title: "Framework Agreement for the Supply and Distribution of Dry, Chilled and Frozen Foods" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c10e6072-1d08-4c45-869c-b065876b3a78" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c10e6072-1d08-4c45-869c-b065876b3a78" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c10e6072-1d08-4c45-869c-b065876b3a78.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c10e6072-1d08-4c45-869c-b065876b3a78.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2022-07-13" --- # Framework Agreement for the Supply and Distribution of Dry, Chilled and Frozen Foods Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c10e6072-1d08-4c45-869c-b065876b3a78 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c10e6072-1d08-4c45-869c-b065876b3a78) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c10e6072-1d08-4c45-869c-b065876b3a78.json) ## Summary The Hampshire County Council is currently conducting a tender for a "Framework Agreement for the Supply and Distribution of Dry, Chilled and Frozen Goods". This procurement process falls under the "goods" category within the food and beverages industry. The contract is set to commence on 3rd April 2023 and will run for four years, concluding on 2nd April 2027. Interested suppliers are required to submit their tender documents, including any requested supporting information, by 14:00 hours on 2nd August 2022, through the In-Tend platform. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in food distribution, particularly those involved in dry, chilled, and frozen goods. Companies that provide dairy products, meat or poultry, fruits, and vegetables, or related logistics services would be well-suited to participate in this procurement. Given the open procurement method adopted for this contract, small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, potentially enhancing their market presence through collaboration with Hampshire County Council and other contracting authorities. ## Notice Hampshire County Council invites applications from suitably experienced organisations who wish to be considered for selection to tender for the supply and Distribution of Dry, Chilled and Frozen Goods to Hampshire County Council and Other Contracting Authorities. The Framework will commence on 3rd April 2023 and will be for a period of four years. Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire, and complete and submit the tender return document together with any supporting information requested by 14.00 hrs on Tuesday 2nd August 2022. How to obtain the Tender Documents The Tender documents can be accessed when logged into In-Tend by selecting 'View Details' on the relevant tender advert and clicking the 'Express Interest' tab. Once in the tender there are five tabs - 'Tender', 'ITT - documents', 'Correspondence', 'Clarifications' and 'History'. Select the 2nd tab (ITT - documents) where you will find useful information under 'Tender Details' continue to scroll down to the heading 'Tender Documents Received' where you will be able to view / download the documents. Please download all the documents and read very carefully. Opting In and Opting Out Please note you are required to 'Opt In' before you can access the 'My tender Return' to start populating your response. PLEASE NOTE you are required to 'Opt In' to view & complete the Questionnaire for this project. The 'Opt Out' functionality will also be available throughout the duration of the tender process. Opting out will give you the option of declaring you no longer want to receive any further communication in relation to this tender along with the opportunity of providing comments and feedback for this decision. You can choose to 'Opt In' at any time during the tender process if you initially decided to 'Opt Out'. Further Guidance In addition, guidance on how to participate in a tender - download and upload documents / returns and if required, register your company (free of charge), can be found on the In-tend site under the 'Help' or 'Information for Suppliers' buttons. Receiving Notification Emails To ensure you receive email alerts and notifications from our system, please add the email domain '@in-tendorganiser.co.uk' to your Safe Senders list. Additional information: Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire. 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Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34c867f-6bcf-42ed-8253-a6f25c12d365 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Jul 2022 | | Submission deadline | 2 Aug 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Apr 2023 - 2 Apr 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £90,000,000 | | 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 | HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO23 9NR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire | | Local authority | Winchester | | Electoral ward | St Michael | | Westminster constituency | Winchester | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products ### Codes - 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products - 15100000 - Animal products, meat and meat products - 15200000 - Prepared and preserved fish - 15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products - 15400000 - Animal or vegetable oils and fats - 15500000 - Dairy products - 15600000 - Grain mill products, starches and starch products - 15800000 - Miscellaneous food products ## Release History - 13 Jul 2022 at 11:29 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34c867f-6bcf-42ed-8253-a6f25c12d365 - 13 Jul 2022 at 11:18 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34c867f-6bcf-42ed-8253-a6f25c12d365 - 29 Jun 2022 at 11:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34c867f-6bcf-42ed-8253-a6f25c12d365 - 29 Jun 2022 at 11:11 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34c867f-6bcf-42ed-8253-a6f25c12d365 - 29 Jun 2022 at 11:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34c867f-6bcf-42ed-8253-a6f25c12d365 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34c867f-6bcf-42ed-8253-a6f25c12d365 13th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Hampshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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