--- title: "School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme Supply" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03b3f8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03b3f8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03b3f8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03b3f8.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NHS SUPPLY CHAIN" published: "2024-10-17" --- # School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme Supply Buyer: NHS SUPPLY CHAIN Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03b3f8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03b3f8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03b3f8.json) ## Summary The NHS Supply Chain has initiated a procurement process titled "School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme Supply" under the category of "Food, Beverages, Tobacco, and Related Products." The scheme aims to supply fruit and vegetable products to nominated distribution hubs across England as part of a government-funded initiative to provide daily produce to all key stage 1 children (ages 4-7) in over 16,520 primary schools. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the most recent tender update was on 17 October 2024. The value of the framework agreement is estimated to be £62,700,000 for the first 24 months, with a potential extension totalling an estimated £125,400,000 over 48 months if extended. The procurement is at the tender stage, with submissions for various lots including Apples, Pears, Easy Peel Citrus, Bananas, Carrots, Sugar Snap Peas, Speciality Tomatoes, Dried Grapes, Baby Cucumbers, and Mini Sweet Pepper Bites. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the production and distribution of fruits and vegetables. Companies with experience in handling large-scale supply chains and a commitment to quality and collaboration will find this a lucrative contract, able to engage with NHS Supply Chain and schools directly. The procurement is open to numerous lots, allowing both SMEs and larger enterprises to participate and potentially secure contracts that will enable business growth, market presence, and long-term engagement in the public sector education and health supply chain market. ## Notice NHS Supply Chain: Food looked for suppliers who had the capacity and capability to deliver and possess the drive to work collaboratively with NHS Supply Chain: Food and Schools to provide the right solution and manage the Supply into Distributors as part of the SFVS. This procurement is for: The supply of fruit and vegetable products under the SFVS to be delivered to nominated distribution hubs in England. SFVS is a Government funded initiative that supplies a piece of fruit or vegetable to all key stage 1 children (ages 4-7) in England for consumption up to 190 days each academic year. It is anticipated that in the first 24 months the value of the Framework Agreement will be in the region of PS62,700,000. This is based on the around 16,520 Primary Schools currently using the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value of the Framework Agreement will be in the region of PS125,400,000. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information. The values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business. ### Lot Information Apples For the supply of Apples into the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. The value for the first 24 months is anticipated to be PS9,817,360.44 and PS19,634,720.90 for the full 48 months (if extended). Options: The Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months. The contract will be for a maximum term of 48 months. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months Pears For the supply of Pears into the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. The value for the first 24 months is anticipated to be PS8,846,272.98 and PS17,692,545.97 for the full 48 months (if extended). Options: The Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months. The contract will be for a maximum term of 48 months. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months Easy Peel Citrus For the supply of Easy Peel Citrus into the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. The value for the first 24 months is anticipated to be PS7,158,728.98 and PS14,317,457.96 for the full 48 months (if extended). Options: The Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months. The contract will be for a maximum term of 48 months. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months Bananas For the supply of Bananas into the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. The value for the first 24 months is anticipated to be PS16,467,712.9 and PS32,935,425.82 for the full 48 months (if extended). Options: The Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months. The contract will be for a maximum term of 48 months. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months Carrots For the supply of Carrots into the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. The value for the first 24 months is anticipated to be PS4,733,791.32 and PS9,467,582.63 for the full 48 months (if extended). Options: The Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months. The contract will be for a maximum term of 48 months. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months Sugar Snap Peas For the supply of Sugar Snap Peas into the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. The value for the first 24 months is anticipated to be PS1,296,908.3 and PS2,593,816.60 for the full 48 months (if extended). Options: The Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months. The contract will be for a maximum term of 48 months. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months Speciality Tomatoes For the supply of Speciality Tomatoes into the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. The value for the first 24 months is anticipated to be PS3,598,728.5 and PS7,197,457.02 for the full 48 months (if extended). Options: The Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months. The contract will be for a maximum term of 48 months. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months Dried Grapes For the supply of Dried Grapes into the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. The value for the first 24 months is anticipated to be PS1,703,752.16 and PS3,407,504.32 for the full 48 months (if extended). Options: The Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months. The contract will be for a maximum term of 48 months. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months Baby Cucumbers For the supply of Baby Cucumbers into the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. The value for the first 24 months is anticipated to be PS1,481,028.28 and PS2,962,056.58 for the full 48 months (if extended). Options: The Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months. The contract will be for a maximum term of 48 months. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months Mini Sweet Pepper Bites For the supply of Mini Sweet Bite Peppers into the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. The value for the first 24 months is anticipated to be PS1,481,028.28 and PS2,962,056.58 for the full 48 months (if extended). Options: The Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months. The contract will be for a maximum term of 48 months. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033627-2024 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2024 | | Future notice date | 29 Feb 2024 | | Award date | 6 Jun 2024 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £125,400,000 | | Lots value | £113,170,618 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £110,208,562 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NHS SUPPLY CHAIN | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South East London | | Postcode | SE1 8UG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth | | Local authority | Lambeth | | Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank | | Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 11 | | Supplier names | BRAKE BROS; COMPAGNIE FRUITIÈRE; DEGROOT FRESH PRODUCE; DEL MONTE; DOLE; FRESH DIRECT; J N FOX AND SONS; JRM GODDEN ASSOCIATES; MINOR WEIR AND WILLIS; NATIONWIDE PRODUCE; WESTFALIA FRUIT | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products ### Codes - 03200000 - Cereals, potatoes, vegetables, fruits and nuts - 03221000 - Vegetables - 03221112 - Carrots - 03221200 - Fruit vegetables - 03221220 - Peas - 03221230 - Peppers - 03221240 - Tomatoes - 03221270 - Cucumbers - 03222000 - Fruit and nuts - 03222111 - Bananas - 03222115 - Raisins - 03222200 - Citrus fruit - 03222220 - Oranges - 03222240 - Tangerines - 03222321 - Apples - 03222322 - Pears - 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products - 15332410 - Dried fruit ## Release History - 17 Oct 2024 at 14:58 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033627-2024 - 17 Jul 2024 at 10:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022004-2024 - 20 Feb 2024 at 14:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005533-2024 - 17 Mar 2023 at 15:16 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007865-2023 ## Notice URLs - https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com - https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/ - https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html - https://www.supplychain.nhs.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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