--- title: "CAT-19-014 Commercial Catering Food Preparation Equipment" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-029da7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-029da7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-029da7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-029da7.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "EDUCATION AUTHORITY" published: "2021-03-19" --- # CAT-19-014 Commercial Catering Food Preparation Equipment Buyer: EDUCATION AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-029da7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-029da7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-029da7.json) ## Summary The Education Authority (EA) is seeking tenders for the supply and delivery of Commercial Catering Food Preparation Equipment, with a total budget of £1,762,000. This procurement belongs to the goods category and specifically targets the industrial kitchen equipment industry as outlined in the Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV). Tenders are to be submitted by 19 April 2021, with the contract period spanning from 1 June 2021 to 31 May 2023, including an option to extend for an additional 12 months. The framework agreement will involve multiple educational establishments in Northern Ireland, including primary and post-primary schools, further education colleges, and various educational bodies under the control of the EA. This tender presents a significant opportunity for suppliers of catering equipment, particularly those specialising in industrial kitchen appliances. Businesses that manufacture or distribute food preparation equipment such as food processors, meat slicers, and commercial mixers are well-positioned to compete. Highlighting the importance of cost-effectiveness and quality, bidders should also be prepared for the possibility of supplying multiple lots, catering to the diverse needs of educational establishments across Northern Ireland. This procurement process is an open procedure, inviting a broad array of participants to foster competitive pricing and innovation in catering solutions. ## Notice The EA invites tenders for the Supply and delivery of Commercial Catering, Food Preparation Equipment to individual educational establishments within the Northern Ireland for the period 1 June 2021 - 31 May 2023 with the option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. This tender consists of; Lot 1 Food Processor with vegetable preparation functionality, Lot 2 Handheld Stick Blenders, Lot 3 Meat Slicer, Lot 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 Commercial quality food mixers, Lot 9 Toasters and Contact Toasted Sandwich Maker. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Food Processor with Vegetable Preparation Functionality The EA invites tenders for the Supply and delivery of Commercial Catering, Food Preparation Equipment to individual educational establishments within the Northern Ireland for the period 1 June 2021 - 31 May 2023 with the option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. This tender consists of; Lot 1 Food Processor with vegetable preparation functionality, Lot 2 Handheld Stick Blenders, Lot 3 Meat Slicer, Lot 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 Commercial quality food mixers, Lot 9 Toasters and Contact Toasted Sandwich Maker. Options: With option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. Lot 2 Handheld Stick Blenders The EA invites tenders for the Supply and delivery of Commercial Catering, Food Preparation Equipment to individual educational establishments within the Northern Ireland for the period 1 June 2021 - 31 May 2023 with the option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. This tender consists of; Lot 1 Food Processor with vegetable preparation functionality, Lot 2 Handheld Stick Blenders, Lot 3 Meat Slicer, Lot 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 Commercial quality food mixers, Lot 9 Toasters and Contact Toasted Sandwich Maker. Options: With option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. Lot 3 Meat Slicer, Large, Electric The EA invites tenders for the Supply and delivery of Commercial Catering, Food Preparation Equipment to individual educational establishments within the Northern Ireland for the period 1 June 2021 - 31 May 2023 with the option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. This tender consists of; Lot 1 Food Processor with vegetable preparation functionality, Lot 2 Handheld Stick Blenders, Lot 3 Meat Slicer, Lot 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 Commercial quality food mixers, Lot 9 Toasters and Contact Toasted Sandwich Maker. Options: With option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. Lot 4 Mixer - 5 Litres (approx) Capacity, Bench Model The EA invites tenders for the Supply and delivery of Commercial Catering, Food Preparation Equipment to individual educational establishments within the Northern Ireland for the period 1 June 2021 - 31 May 2023 with the option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. This tender consists of; Lot 1 Food Processor with vegetable preparation functionality, Lot 2 Handheld Stick Blenders, Lot 3 Meat Slicer, Lot 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 Commercial quality food mixers, Lot 9 Toasters and Contact Toasted Sandwich Maker. Options: With option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. Lot 5 Mixer 10 - 12 Litres (approx) Capacity, Bench Model The EA invites tenders for the Supply and delivery of Commercial Catering, Food Preparation Equipment to individual educational establishments within the Northern Ireland for the period 1 June 2021 - 31 May 2023 with the option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. This tender consists of; Lot 1 Food Processor with vegetable preparation functionality, Lot 2 Handheld Stick Blenders, Lot 3 Meat Slicer, Lot 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 Commercial quality food mixers, Lot 9 Toasters and Contact Toasted Sandwich Maker. Options: With option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. Lot 6 Mixer - 20 Litres (approx) Capacity, required to be floor standing The EA invites tenders for the Supply and delivery of Commercial Catering, Food Preparation Equipment to individual educational establishments within the Northern Ireland for the period 1 June 2021 - 31 May 2023 with the option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. This tender consists of; Lot 1 Food Processor with vegetable preparation functionality, Lot 2 Handheld Stick Blenders, Lot 3 Meat Slicer, Lot 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 Commercial quality food mixers, Lot 9 Toasters and Contact Toasted Sandwich Maker. Options: With option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. Lot 7 Mixers, Pedestal Models, Capacity 30 Litres (approx) The EA invites tenders for the Supply and delivery of Commercial Catering, Food Preparation Equipment to individual educational establishments within the Northern Ireland for the period 1 June 2021 - 31 May 2023 with the option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. This tender consists of; Lot 1 Food Processor with vegetable preparation functionality, Lot 2 Handheld Stick Blenders, Lot 3 Meat Slicer, Lot 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 Commercial quality food mixers, Lot 9 Toasters and Contact Toasted Sandwich Maker. Options: With option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. Lot 8 Mixers, Pedestal Model, 40 litre capacity (approx.) The EA invites tenders for the Supply and delivery of Commercial Catering, Food Preparation Equipment to individual educational establishments within the Northern Ireland for the period 1 June 2021 - 31 May 2023 with the option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. This tender consists of; Lot 1 Food Processor with vegetable preparation functionality, Lot 2 Handheld Stick Blenders, Lot 3 Meat Slicer, Lot 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 Commercial quality food mixers, Lot 9 Toasters and Contact Toasted Sandwich Maker. Options: With option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. Lot 9 Toasters and Toasted Sandwich Maker The EA invites tenders for the Supply and delivery of Commercial Catering, Food Preparation Equipment to individual educational establishments within the Northern Ireland for the period 1 June 2021 - 31 May 2023 with the option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. This tender consists of; Lot 1 Food Processor with vegetable preparation functionality, Lot 2 Handheld Stick Blenders, Lot 3 Meat Slicer, Lot 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 Commercial quality food mixers, Lot 9 Toasters and Contact Toasted Sandwich Maker. Options: With option to extend for one further period of twelve months or parts thereof on a call-off, as required, basis. In the event that there is a delay in the establishment of any succeeding contract, the Authority may, by giving notice in writing to the Contractor, extend this Framework Agreement on a month by month basis up to a maximum of a further three months from the expiry of the Extension Period. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005686-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | 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 | 19 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 19 Apr 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,762,000 | | Lots value | £1,762,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | EDUCATION AUTHORITY | | Locality | ARMAGH | | Post town | Northern Ireland | | Postcode | BT61 9AX | | Country | Northern Ireland | | ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland | | ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland | | ITL 3 | TLN07 Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon | | Local authority | Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon | | Electoral ward | The Mall | | Westminster constituency | Newry and Armagh | | Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland, TLN0 Northern Ireland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products ### Codes - 39310000 - Catering equipment - 39312100 - Meat slicers - 39312200 - Canteen equipment - 39314000 - Industrial kitchen equipment - 39315000 - Restaurant equipment - 39711200 - Food processors - 39711210 - Food blenders - 39711211 - Food mixers - 39711330 - Electric toasters ## Release History - 19 Mar 2021 at 19:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005686-2021 ## Notice URLs - https://etendersni.gov.uk - https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps - https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:519365-2019:TEXT:EN:HTML - https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/services/schools-plus - https://www.isc.co.uk/schools/northern-ireland/ - https://www.librariesni.org.uk/Libraries/Pages/libraries-home.aspx - https://www.nicie.org/parents/school-finder/ - https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/contacts/further-education-fe-colleges ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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