---
title: "Invitation to Tender for the Supply and Delivery of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03c7d6"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL"
published: "2023-07-05"
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# Invitation to Tender for the Supply and Delivery of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03c7d6

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## Summary

The Orkney Islands Council has issued an Invitation to Tender for the Supply and Delivery of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables. This procurement opportunity falls under the goods category and aims to supply various authority establishments in Orkney and Balfour Hospital. The tender is in the active stage and has a total contract value of £536,012. The submission deadline is set for 12th June 2023, providing an opportunity for businesses to engage with the Council.

This tender by the Orkney Islands Council presents an opportunity for suppliers to secure a long-term contract for the supply of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables in Orkney. Businesses in the food supply industry, especially those specializing in fruits and vegetables, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The Council has highlighted key criteria such as delivery quality, contract management, and competitive pricing, offering businesses a chance to demonstrate their capabilities and contribute to the local authority's ongoing requirements.

## Notice

The Authority and NHS Orkney requires the supply and delivery of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables to a number of authority establishments throughout Orkney and Balfour Hospital.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Authority requires the supply and delivery of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables to a number of Authority establishments throughout Orkney for a period of 5 years (3 years initial term with 2 x 12 month extensions). This is a continuing requirement for a variety of establishments including schools, care homes, Papdale Halls of Residence and NHS Orkney's Balfour Hospital.

Renewal: Initial term of 3 years with 2 x 12 month extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019105-2023 |
| 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, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jul 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jul 2023 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2023 - 30 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | March 2028 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £536,012 |
| Lots value | £536,012 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Unsuccessful |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | NHS ORKNEY |
| Locality | KIRKWALL |
| Post town | Kirkwall |
| Postcode | KW15 1NY |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Orkney Islands |
| Electoral ward | Kirkwall West and Orphir |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 03200000 - Cereals, potatoes, vegetables, fruits and nuts
- 03220000 - Vegetables, fruits and nuts
- 03221000 - Vegetables
- 03221100 - Root and tuber vegetables
- 15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products
- 39222000 - Catering supplies

## Release History

- 5 Jul 2023 at 09:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019105-2023
- 11 May 2023 at 08:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013405-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ohb.scot.nhs.uk
- http://www.orkney.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000731711
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00368
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00369

## Provenance

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