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title: "Supply and Distribution of Fresh Seafood"
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buyer: "TUCO LTD"
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# Supply and Distribution of Fresh Seafood

Buyer: TUCO LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d7c31028-5760-4a07-85f0-efe83f4c7632

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Supply and Distribution of Fresh Seafood" is conducted by TUCO Ltd, which focuses on supplying fresh fish and shellfish to universities, colleges, and other public sector entities across the UK. This tender is classified under the fish industry category and was awarded with a total value of £10 million. The contract commenced on 13th February 2018 and will run until 12th February 2020. It was formally completed with a selective procurement method, employing a restricted procedure, and the tender period concluded on 1st February 2018.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses involved in the seafood supply chain. Companies that specialise in fresh fish and shellfish distribution, especially those that meet the criteria for SMEs, are well-positioned to compete in future tenders. With a significant contract value and extensive reach within the public sector, businesses can leverage this framework to establish long-term relationships with educational institutions and explore additional public sector opportunities.

## Notice

Framework is for the supply and distribution of fresh seafood (fish and shellfish) to Universities and Colleges and potentially other public sector organisations throughout the UK (i.e. Members of TUCO Ltd)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/caf0e7bd-8682-43ea-9ee8-0e1cccff9bf3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Feb 2018 |
| Contract period | 13 Feb 2018 - 12 Feb 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £10,000,000 |
| 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 | 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 | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | CELTIC FISH & GAME; SEAFOOD HOLDINGS T/A DIRECT SEAFOODS; THE STICKLEBACK FISH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 03311000 - Fish

## Release History

- 17 Feb 2018 at 11:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/caf0e7bd-8682-43ea-9ee8-0e1cccff9bf3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/caf0e7bd-8682-43ea-9ee8-0e1cccff9bf3
  17th February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=302651239
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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