---
title: "UKRI-4286 Supply of Fruit and Vegetables"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049b26"
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# UKRI-4286 Supply of Fruit and Vegetables

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049b26

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has completed a public procurement process titled "UKRI-4286 Supply of Fruit and Vegetables," focusing on the supply of fruit and vegetables to the Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, and Bristol/Bath area under the industry category of "Vegetables, fruits and nuts" (CPV: 03220000). The procurement was conducted through an open procedure with a total contract value of GBP 200,000. The process, which began with a tender published on 16 September 2024 and included an open bidding period until 21 October 2024, has now reached the award stage, with the contract signed on 12 January 2024. The procurement process also included an option for a one-year extension after the initial two-year period.

This procurement tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of fresh produce to gain a foothold in a substantial and stable contract with UKRI. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), in particular, could benefit from this opportunity, provided they meet the quality and capacity criteria specified in the tender. The contract's focus on quality management and fulfilment capabilities suggests that businesses with robust supply chain logistics and quality assurance processes are well-suited to compete. The established relationship with a prominent public body such as UKRI can drive business growth and enhance the bidder's profile for future opportunities.

## Notice

Supply of fruit and vegetables

### Lot Information

Lot 1

UKRI-4286 Supply of fruit and vegetables

Options: Optional extension of 1 year, maximum 3 year duration

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040657-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 17 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Jan 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | £200,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £200,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & 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 | TLK1 Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Bristol/Bath area |

## 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

- 03220000 - Vegetables, fruits and nuts

## Release History

- 17 Dec 2024 at 16:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040657-2024
- 16 Sep 2024 at 13:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029552-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ukri.org
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=900861106
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Vegetables%2C-fruits-and-nuts./5HNP5GM646
- https://www.ukri.org/about-us/procurement-contract-transparency-data/

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