--- title: "Supply and Distribution of Soft Drinks and Associated Products" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cfb73c9a-e107-4341-b96b-664199a6c1a6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cfb73c9a-e107-4341-b96b-664199a6c1a6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cfb73c9a-e107-4341-b96b-664199a6c1a6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cfb73c9a-e107-4341-b96b-664199a6c1a6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TUCO LTD" published: "2022-04-28" --- # Supply and Distribution of Soft Drinks and Associated Products Buyer: TUCO LTD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cfb73c9a-e107-4341-b96b-664199a6c1a6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cfb73c9a-e107-4341-b96b-664199a6c1a6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cfb73c9a-e107-4341-b96b-664199a6c1a6.json) ## Summary The procurement process is being managed by TUCO Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation based in Manchester, UK, focused on the supply and distribution of soft drinks and associated products. The tender titled "Supply and Distribution of Soft Drinks and Associated Products" is currently at the Tender stage and is being conducted via an open procurement method. The tender was published on 28 April 2022, with a submission deadline set for 9 June 2022. The contract period is expected to commence on 3 October 2022 and continue until 2 October 2024. The procurement falls under the soft drinks category and aims to secure goods for various higher education institutions and public sector bodies. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the beverage industry, particularly those specialising in soft drinks, such as manufacturers of carbonated and still beverages, juices, and premium products. Companies capable of supplying diverse beverage options, including branded, sugar-free, and alternative drinks, may find this contract particularly appealing. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process considers their suitability for bidding, thereby fostering growth and expanding their market reach. ## Notice The University Caterers Organisation Limited is a not for profit company limited by member guarantee. An objective of The University Caterers Organisation Limited, is to seek opportunities to exploit economies of scale available by coordinating the demand of individual universities, colleges and other institutions of higher and further education and other public sector bodies for goods and or services and utilising the collective purchasing opportunities of universities, colleges and other institutions of higher and further education and other public sector bodies in achieving value for money within their purchasing activities, which may be on a national, inter-regional or regional basis. TUCO acts as purchasing agent in obtaining tenders and/or entering into negotiations and/or contracts for the supply of specific goods and/or services; and to confer, consult and maintain contact and co-operate with any authorities, association, societies, institutions and relevant bodies whose work is appropriate to the work of the Company. The purpose of this contract is for the supply and distribution of For the supply and distribution of Soft Drinks and Associated Products and Services, to members and clients of TUCO. The Agreement is open to the current and future member Institutions and affiliated Public Sector bodies including FE colleges and the Research Councils as defined by TUCO Ltd. A current list of permissible users will be uploaded with the tender documents. The scope of commodities to be covered in the framework are as follows Lot 1 - Carbonated Soft Drinks The largest segment in the industry is the carbonated soft drinks (CSDs) segment, which is estimated to account for 42.5percent of industry revenue in the current year. o branded and premium carbonated soft drinks o sugar and sugar free o cola flavoured drinks o Additional flavours such as cherry o lemonade clear, cloudy or traditional o fruit flavoured carbonates such as orange or apple o non-fruit carbonates such as cream soda or ginger beer o Mixers such as tonic water Lot 2 - Still Soft Drinks, including fruit juice, cordials, iced coffee and iced tea, smoothies and flavoured milk, Plant-based alternatives (see below). Fruit-based beverages containing between 5 percent and 99 percent fruit are considered to be fruit drinks, rather than fruit juice. Fruit drinks often contain more water than real juice and usually have flavourings. This segment also includes dilatable drinks such as cordials, squash, powders and other concentrates. Over the five years through 2021-22, revenue generated by this segment is expected to have decreased, reaching 2 percent of industry revenue. This decline largely stems from growing concerns over excessive sugar consumption and growing consumer preferences for on-the-go beverages. o Branded and premium still soft drinks o Branded and premium fruit juice, soft drinks o Branded and premium smo... 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/7b2b2b0a-0ace-4fea-a176-716144b6cb00 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | 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 | 28 Apr 2022 | | Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Oct 2022 - 2 Oct 2024 | | 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 | TUCO LTD | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M2 7LE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Deansgate | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products ### Codes - 15982000 - Soft drinks ## Release History - 28 Apr 2022 at 12:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b2b2b0a-0ace-4fea-a176-716144b6cb00 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b2b2b0a-0ace-4fea-a176-716144b6cb00 28th April 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/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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