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title: "0325 Supply and Distribution of Milk and Dairy Free Alternatives"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051006"
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# 0325 Supply and Distribution of Milk and Dairy Free Alternatives

Buyer: SCOTLAND EXCEL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051006

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## Summary

The current procurement process, initiated by Scotland Excel, concerns the "0325 Supply and Distribution of Milk and Dairy Free Alternatives" framework. This procedure is actively at the tender stage with an open procurement method and is focused on supplying goods within the dairy product industry. The framework is valued at £36,000,000 and targets various locations across Scotland, including schools, nurseries, and council buildings. The tender has been split into three lots: Fresh Milk, Organic Milk, and Dairy Free Alternatives, each available for bidding until 23rd January 2026. This opportunity leverages the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 and includes electronic submission methods, encouraging detailed bids focusing on technical quality and competitive pricing with a weightage of 25% and 75%, respectively.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the dairy industry or dairy-free alternatives sector to partner with numerous public organisations throughout Scotland. The framework is well-suited for suppliers of whole and organic milk, creams, and non-dairy alternatives like oat and almond milk, which can cater to public institutions across Scotland. Businesses capable of adhering to high standards in quality management, environmental management, and insurance requirements will find this tender particularly advantageous as it offers long-term engagement possibilities with notable entities such as local councils, NHS authorities, and educational institutions. This framework also includes community benefits as a scored criteria, presenting an attractive avenue for businesses looking to demonstrate their social responsibility as part of their tender submission.

## Notice

This contract notice is in relation to the new framework for 0325 Supply and Distribution of Milk and Dairy Free Alternatives. These products are for, but not limited to, use within schools, nurseries and council buildings, It is anticipated that the scope of products covered under the framework will provide a range of products including but not limited to whole milk, semi skimmed milk, skimmed milk, organic milk, cream and dairy free alternatives which Councils may require.

### Lot Information

Organic Milk

This Contract Notice is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply and Distribution of Milk and Dairy Free Alternatives. The scope of products covered under this framework lot will include a range of organic dairy products including but not limited to whole milk, semi-skimmed milk and skimmed milk. These products are for, but not limited to schools, nurseries, council buildings. Tenderers may bid for one, some or all Lots, and for one, some or all geographic areas within each Lot, as they choose. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Please see the Invitation to Tender contained on the PCS-Tender project relevant to this procurement and the other Procurement Documents for further information.

Fresh Milk

This Contract Notice is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply and Distribution of Milk and Dairy Free Alternatives. The scope of products covered under this framework lot will include a range of dairy products including but not limited to whole milk, semi-skimmed milk, skimmed milk, and fresh creams. These products are for, but not limited to schools, nurseries, council buildings. Tenderers may bid for one, some or all Lots, and for one, some or all geographic areas within each Lot, as they choose. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Please see the Invitation to Tender contained on the PCS-Tender project relevant to this procurement and the other Procurement Documents for further information.

Dairy Free Alternatives

This Contract Notice is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply and Distribution of Milk and Dairy Free Alternatives. The scope of products covered under this framework lot will include a range of dairy free alternatives including but not limited to oat, soya, almond, rice milk and cream. These products are for, but not limited to schools, nurseries, council buildings. Tenderers may bid for one, some or all Lots, and for one, some or all geographic areas within each Lot, as they choose. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Please see the Invitation to Tender contained on the PCS-Tender project relevant to this procurement and the other Procurement Documents for further information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009729-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | 31 Aug 2025 |
| Award date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,000,000 |
| Lots value | £36,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTLAND EXCEL |
| Locality | PAISLEY |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA1 1AR |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire |
| Local authority | Renfrewshire |
| Electoral ward | Paisley East and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Paisley and Renfrewshire South |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 03333000 - Fresh cows' milk
- 15500000 - Dairy products
- 15510000 - Milk and cream
- 15511000 - Milk
- 15511100 - Pasteurised milk
- 15511210 - UHT milk
- 15511300 - Skimmed milk
- 15511500 - Full-cream milk
- 15512100 - Single cream
- 15512200 - Double cream
- 15550000 - Assorted dairy products

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2026 at 08:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009729-2026
- 12 Dec 2025 at 11:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082383-2025
- 9 May 2025 at 15:10 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020173-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://directory.scottishhousingregulator.gov.uk/Documents/Landlord%20Register.pdf
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.scotland-excel.org.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000798157
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000806903
- https://home.scotland-excel.org.uk/about-us/our-members
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10383
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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