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title: "UKRI-5389 Supply of Fruit and Vegetables"
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# UKRI-5389 Supply of Fruit and Vegetables

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e1fc0601-261c-4fc4-9f76-45d770203947

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "UKRI-5389 Supply of Fruit and Vegetables" was successfully completed by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). This contract relates to the provision of fruit and vegetables under the goods category with a focus on fruit vegetables as classified by CPV 03221200. The contract, valued at £175,000, covers a diverse range of delivery locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and the UK. The process followed a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement under TUCO framework CAT11061-TU. The award was published on 22nd July 2026, and the contract spans from 13th July 2026 to 12th July 2028, with options for two additional 12-month extensions.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for enterprises capable of supplying large volumes of produce to multiple international locations. Although the procurement does not specifically cater to SMEs or VCSEs, larger businesses or those with extensive distribution capabilities are best suited to compete in such tenders, ideally having experience in framework agreements like TUCO. The contract ensures a stable client base and potential expansion into other related product offerings, benefiting businesses looking to strengthen their presence in the public sector and expand their distribution network. With a strong foundation in logistics and supply chain management, businesses involved in the cultivation, distribution, or retail of fresh produce may find this procurement a valuable venture.

## Notice

UKRI have awarded a contract to a supplier to provide fruit and vegetables to one of their facilities for an initial term of 2 years, with 2 optional 12-month extensions. This call-off contract has been awarded under the TUCO framework CAT11061-TU Fresh Fruit and Vegetables and Related Products.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a45cb44f-856a-440d-b9de-6f6fd84357f4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £175,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £87,693 |
| 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 | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WITHHELD FOR SECURITY REASONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 03221200 - Fruit vegetables

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2026 at 15:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a45cb44f-856a-440d-b9de-6f6fd84357f4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a45cb44f-856a-440d-b9de-6f6fd84357f4
  22nd July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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