--- title: "Sandwiches and Associated Products (2026 - 2030)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050677" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050677" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050677.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050677.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED" published: "2026-06-03" --- # Sandwiches and Associated Products (2026 - 2030) Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050677 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050677) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050677.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "Sandwiches and Associated Products (2026 - 2030)" framework was initiated by The University Caterers Organisation Limited (TUCO), located in Manchester, United Kingdom. This open procedure under the Procurement Act 2023 aims to establish a framework agreement with an estimated total value of £96 million, including VAT, shared across three lots. The framework covers a wide array of sandwich and associated products and is set to commence on 1st July 2026, with the possibility of extending annually until the maximum extent date of 30th June 2030. The procurement process has entered the award stage, with contracts signed on 3rd June 2026, representing the completion of the tender phase. This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, mainly targeting suppliers within the food and beverage industry that can provide a broad range of sandwich and related products. Ideal businesses to compete are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities to meet diverse dietary requirements across educational, healthcare, and various public sector organisations. The framework offers potential high-volume contracts, facilitating long-term relationships with multiple public sector entities, thereby providing a stable revenue stream and increased market reach for successful suppliers. Additionally, the open procedure allows for wide participation, encouraging competitiveness and innovation in product offerings. ## Notice The purpose of this planned procurement is to establish a (closed) framework for the supply and distribution of Sandwiches and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO (Universities, Colleges and the wider Public Sector). This procurement follows an Open Procedure under Procurement Act 2023. The duration of this (closed) framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years. The annual spend through the (closed) Framework is estimated at PS20 million The total spend through the (closed) framework (over the maximum 4 years) is estimated at PS80 million. The scope of products to be covered in the framework are as follows but not limited to: * Sandwich wedges * Rolls * Wraps * Toasties * Paninis * Baguettes * Sausage rolls * Pies * Bakery products, e.g. muffins, cakes * Salads * Sushi * Fruit pots * Yogurt pots * Fruit or snack (as part of the meal deal offer) * Soft drinks (as part of the meal deal offer) * Cater pack which could consist of one or more the above products * Hospitality platter which could consist of one or more the above products * Lunch bag or grab and go bag/box which could consist of one or more the above products, e.g. one sandwich, one fruit pot, one snack and a bottle of water * Breakfast products, e.g., cereal pot, overnight oats It is envisaged that suppliers will be able to cover the full scope of products for each lot. The Framework total value is estimated at PS96m including VAT, this value may be shared with all 3 lots. ### Lot Information Sandwiches and associated products for Local Authorities Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with option to extend annually till 30/06/2030. TUCO reserve the right to extend lots by varying durations Sandwiches and associated products for healthcare Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with option to extend annually till 30/06/2030. TUCO reserve the right to extend lots by varying durations Sandwiches and associated products for FE,HE and other members Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with option to extend annually till 30/06/2030. TUCO reserve the right to extend lots by varying durations ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052313-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 18 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | 2 Feb 2026 | | Award date | 4 May 2026 | | Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 | | Recurrence | 2030-02-04 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £80,000,000 | | Lots value | £80,000,000 | | Awards value | £96,000,000 | | Contracts value | £96,000,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M2 5GP | | 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 | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 12 | | Supplier names | ANCHOR CATERING; FRESH BITE CO ( LONDON; LIME TREE FOODS LIMITED T/A SANDWICH KING; ON A ROLL SANDWICH; RAYNOR FOODS; SAMBA CATERING; SAMWORTH BROTHERS; SIMPLY LUNCH; TAMAR FRESH; THE SANDWICH LARDER; THE SOHO SANDWICH; TIFFIN SANDWICHES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products ### Codes - 15810000 - Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes - 15811000 - Bread products - 15811500 - Prepared bread products - 15811510 - Sandwiches - 15811511 - Prepared sandwiches - 15812000 - Pastry goods and cakes - 15812100 - Pastry goods - 15812200 - Cakes - 15821000 - Toasted bread products and pastry goods - 15821100 - Toasted bread products - 15850000 - Pasta products - 15894200 - Prepared meals - 15981000 - Mineral water - 15982000 - Soft drinks ## Release History - 3 Jun 2026 at 11:48 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052313-2026 - 6 May 2026 at 14:36 - AwardUpdate - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041575-2026 - 6 May 2026 at 08:00 - AwardUpdate - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041299-2026 - 5 May 2026 at 15:08 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041188-2026 - 2 Feb 2026 at 08:54 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008731-2026 - 23 Apr 2025 at 14:01 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016575-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052313-2026 3rd June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041575-2026 6th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041299-2026 6th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041188-2026 5th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008731-2026 2nd February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016575-2025 23rd April 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11166 Complete set of tender document are available through the web address: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-17105 Framework Agreement - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-17106 Framework Permissible Users - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-17107 Framework Agreement - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-17108 Framework Permissible Users - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-17109 Framework Agreement - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-17110 Framework Permissible Users ## Notice URLs - http://www.tuco.ac.uk - https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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