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title: "Food Supply"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04d444"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2025-01-17"
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# Food Supply

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04d444

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has initiated a procurement process for a contract titled "Food Supply," under the industry category of Food, beverages, tobacco and related products (CPV code 15000000). This open procedure tender, with a budget of £9,000,000, aims to secure a partner for the comprehensive supply of food items to the University's internal catering services. The contract duration is 3 years with a possible extension of 2 additional years, and it is intended for the University's Exeter campuses. Interested suppliers must submit their proposals by the tender deadline on 17th February 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract period is expected to start on 1st August 2025 and end on 31st July 2030.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers in the food industry capable of meeting the University’s extensive requirements. The procurement encompasses various categories, including chilled dairy, grocery ambient provisions, chilled and frozen meats, and bakery products. Businesses specialising in seafood, processed food products, and food-serving services would also find this tender suitable. The open procurement method and electronic submission options facilitate broader participation, encouraging capable suppliers to compete and potentially secure a long-term contract with the University of Exeter.

## Notice

The University is looking for a partner to supply all food supplies to the University's internal catering functions, (at least) 6 days a week throughout the year, initially on its' two Exeter campuses. The contract will cover the following categories: * Chilled Dairy, Eggs & Processed Provisions * Grocery Ambient Dry Provisions * Chilled & Frozen Meat, Poultry, Game, Fish & Shellfish Provisions * Fresh, Ambient & Frozen Bakery Provisions * Fresh & Frozen Fruit and Vegetable Produce * Non-food Consumables and Chemicals Contract length - 3 years with the option to extend for an additional 2 x 12 month

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University is looking for a partner to supply all food supplies to the University's internal catering functions, (at least) 6 days a week throughout the year, initially on its' two Exeter campuses. The contract will cover the following categories: * Chilled Dairy, Eggs & Processed Provisions * Grocery Ambient Dry Provisions * Chilled & Frozen Meat, Poultry, Game, Fish & Shellfish Provisions * Fresh, Ambient & Frozen Bakery Provisions * Fresh & Frozen Fruit and Vegetable Produce * Non-food Consumables and Chemicals Contract length - 3 years with the option to extend for an additional 2 x 12 month Additional information: Attached as document

Renewal: 3 years with the option to extend for an additional 2 x 12 month

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001719-2025 |
| 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 |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,000,000 |
| Lots value | £9,000,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 15250000 - Seafood
- 15890000 - Miscellaneous food products and dried goods
- 15893100 - Food mixes
- 15894000 - Processed food products
- 15895000 - Fast-food products
- 44618420 - Food cans
- 55300000 - Restaurant and food-serving services

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2025 at 14:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001719-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=89391&B=EXETER
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042

## Provenance

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