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title: "Food Supply"
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# Food Supply

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-df6abebb-7dd2-4fea-8d95-e1752a0a6a00

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## Summary

The University of Exeter is seeking a partner to supply all food provisions for its internal catering services across its two Exeter campuses. The tender, titled "Food Supply," falls under the industry category of "Food, beverages, tobacco and related products" (CPV code 15000000) and covers a broad range of food-related supplies including chilled dairy, grocery provisions, and fresh produce among others. Key dates to note include the tender period ending on 17th February 2025 at 12:00 PM and the contract period starting on 1st August 2025, running for three years with the possibility of two additional 12-month extensions. The procurement method is an open procedure, promoting transparency and broad participation.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for suppliers in the food and food-serving services sector. Businesses experienced in supplying a diverse range of food products, from seafood to fast-food items, and those capable of meeting the demand consistently (at least six days a week) will find this contract highly lucrative. The opportunity is open to firms across various regions, including British Overseas Territories and Europe, with the total contract value estimated between £5.4 million and £9 million GBP. Ideal participants would be larger enterprises, as the suitability criteria note the exclusion of SMEs and VCSEs for this particular procurement.

## Notice

The University is looking for a partner to supply all food supplies to the University's internal catering functions, (at least) 6 days a week throughout the year, initially on its' two Exeter campuses. The contract will cover the following categories: * Chilled Dairy, Eggs & Processed Provisions * Grocery Ambient Dry Provisions * Chilled & Frozen Meat, Poultry, Game, Fish & Shellfish Provisions * Fresh, Ambient & Frozen Bakery Provisions * Fresh & Frozen Fruit and Vegetable Produce * Non-food Consumables and Chemicals Contract length - 3 years with the option to extend for an additional 2 x 12 month

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f083c383-8cfb-4da6-95c6-cd1be8a29497 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,000,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 15250000 - Seafood
- 15890000 - Miscellaneous food products and dried goods
- 15893100 - Food mixes
- 15894000 - Processed food products
- 15895000 - Fast-food products
- 44618420 - Food cans
- 55300000 - Restaurant and food-serving services

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2025 at 15:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f083c383-8cfb-4da6-95c6-cd1be8a29497

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f083c383-8cfb-4da6-95c6-cd1be8a29497
  17th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=89391&B=EXETER
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk

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