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title: "Animal Feeds - Dairy Blend"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d4005923-c366-41a4-8441-c9489790b75b"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF READING"
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# Animal Feeds - Dairy Blend

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF READING  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d4005923-c366-41a4-8441-c9489790b75b

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## Summary

The University of Reading is conducting a procurement process for the supply of animal feeds, specifically a Dairy Blend, under the open procurement method. This tender, identified as UOR/EU/20/005, falls within the agricultural industry category and is based in Reading, United Kingdom (postal code RG6 2AJ). The submission deadline for tenders is set for 12:00 noon on 20th August 2020, with the contract period commencing on 14th September 2020 and lasting until 13th September 2024. Mini-competitions will follow this initial tender if a supplier is awarded a place on the framework agreement.

This opportunity presents a valuable avenue for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in agricultural goods. Companies with expertise in manufacturing or supplying animal feeds, especially those capable of providing both mineralised and non-mineralised blends, would be well-suited to compete in this tender. Engaging in this framework could lead to ongoing supply contracts, allowing businesses to establish a long-term relationship with a reputable academic institution like the University of Reading.

## Notice

Animal Feeds - Dairy Blend, Framework. This tender is for a place on the University of Reading Framework Agreement for the supply of the mineralised and non-mineralised blends of animal feed to the University farm (Reading, RG2 9HX). Mini-competitions will be held subsequent to this tender where, if awarded a place on the framework, you will be asked to provide pricing for an actual requirement. Additional information: Please register and submit tender via In-Tend by 12:00 noon on 20th August 2020 https://in-tendhost.co.uk/theuniversityofreading Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b2b94f3-59d2-4711-a2a7-d1733ba35d77 |
| 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 | 15 Jul 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Sep 2020 - 13 Sep 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 | UNIVERSITY OF READING |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG6 2AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | Wokingham |
| Electoral ward | Hillside |
| Westminster constituency | Earley and Woodley |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2020 at 11:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b2b94f3-59d2-4711-a2a7-d1733ba35d77

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b2b94f3-59d2-4711-a2a7-d1733ba35d77
  15th July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/theuniversityofreading/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/theuniversityofreading

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