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title: "Milk, Dairy, Fruit & Veg - 068-2024 Supply of Milk, Dairy, Fruit and Vegetables at Manchester Central Convention Complex Limited"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04794f"
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buyer: "MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL"
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# Milk, Dairy, Fruit & Veg - 068-2024 Supply of Milk, Dairy, Fruit and Vegetables at Manchester Central Convention Complex Limited

Buyer: MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04794f

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## Summary

Manchester City Council has awarded a contract for the supply of milk, dairy, fruit, and vegetable products at the Manchester Central Convention Complex and its associated sites including Runway Visitors Park, Central Library, and the Manchester Town Hall Complex. The procurement falls under the industry category of "goods," specifically "Fruit, vegetables and related products" (CPV code 15300000). The contract, which has been signed with Valimex (Import & Export) Ltd, is valued at £624,000 and commences on 1st October 2024 for a period of three years, with an option to extend for an additional year. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, and the contract’s status is active as of now with the award date being 3rd September 2024.

This contract represents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the food supply industry, particularly those capable of providing high-quality perishable goods to a world-class convention centre. Suppliers in this sector will benefit from gaining a steady, high-volume client, which will be particularly advantageous for businesses that can handle last-minute and same-day delivery requirements, including weekends. The successful supplier is also expected to participate in periodic review meetings with Manchester Central's Executive Chef to ensure consistent quality and service levels, making this an ideal opportunity for businesses focused on delivering excellence in fresh produce and dairy products.

## Notice

Manchester Central is currently looking for a Contractor to supply milk, dairy, fruit and vegetable products to Manchester Central Convention Complex, Runway Visitors Park, Central Library and the Manchester Town Hall Complex. Estimated annual spend for milk / dairy products is circa PS103k, with estimated annual spend for fruit / vegetables circa PS105k. Spend is estimated on current supply and Manchester Central are unable to guarantee such levels of purchasing. The Contract will be for a period of three (3) years from the commencement date of services, with an option to extend for a further 12 months. The anticipated Contract start date of 1st October 2024.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Manchester Central is currently looking for a Contractor to supply milk, dairy, fruit and vegetable products to Manchester Central Convention Complex, Runway Visitors Park, Central Library and the Manchester Town Hall Complex. Estimated annual spend for milk / dairy products is circa PS103k, with estimated annual spend for fruit / vegetables circa PS105k. Spend is estimated on current supply and Manchester Central are unable to guarantee such levels of purchasing. The Contract will be for a period of three (3) years from the commencement date of services, with an option to extend for a further 12 months. The anticipated Contract start date of 1st October 2024. As a world-class international convention centre, Manchester Central requires products of the highest quality. The successful supplier will provide products for all onsite catering, including hospitality, banquets, weddings, conferences and exhibitions. Given the dynamic nature of the events industry, the supplier will be expected to respond to orders as required, potentially with a last minute or same day delivery, including Saturday and Sunday orders. Average annual requirements for the top 100 procured products for Milk and Dairy and Fruit and Veg are detailed below, and these requirements will need to be matched by the supplier. Due to event peaks and troughs within the business, orders of higher numbers must be available at certain times. If a product is not available in the quantities required, the supplier must notify Manchester Central as early as possible and provide alternative products of the same calibre. Contract partners will be required to have periodic contract review meetings with the Company's Executive Chef. The frequency of such contract review meetings will be determined by Manchester Central and may vary from time to time. The meetings will discuss the performance of previous months' supply, the supply required over the next few months, highlighting any key large events coming up, and any positive / negative feedback with regards to product quality, account management, ordering and delivery.

Renewal: The Contract will be for a period of three (3) years from the commencement date of services, with an option to extend for a further 12 months. The anticipated Contract start date of 1st October 2024.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028195-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £624,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M2 3GX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VALIMEX (IMPORT & EXPORT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products

## Release History

- 3 Sep 2024 at 16:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028195-2024
- 2 Jul 2024 at 15:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020176-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.manchester.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com

## Provenance

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