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title: "Milk, Dairy, Bread & Baked Goods"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051d10"
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# Milk, Dairy, Bread & Baked Goods

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051d10

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by The University Caterers Organisation Limited (TUCO), located in Manchester, focuses on establishing a closed framework for the supply and distribution of milk, dairy products, bread (fresh and frozen), and baked goods. The framework aims to serve universities, colleges, and the wider public sector across the UK. Initially planned in May 2025, the procurement has been completed with multiple contracts already awarded. The procurement method used was an open procedure, as evident from tender notices and subsequent contract awards from February to July 2026. The contractual agreements are active from 22 June 2026, with a potential extension until 2030, underlining a long-term commitment to enhance supply chain efficiencies for its institutional clients.

This framework offers substantial business growth opportunities for suppliers in the food and beverages sector, particularly in providing milk and dairy alternatives, as well as assorted baked goods. The inclusive selection criteria and emphasis on quality and price make this an attractive venture for both large enterprises and SMEs poised to serve education and public sectors. Businesses with capabilities to supply a diverse range of products, including gluten-free and dairy-free alternatives, will find these contracts beneficial for diversifying their clientele and increasing market reach. The framework covers a broad geographical area throughout the UK, fostering opportunities for both local and national suppliers to expand their footprint through substantial engagement with the public sector.

## Notice

The purpose of this planned procurement is to establish a (closed) framework for the supply and distribution of Milk, Dairy, Bread (fresh and frozen) and a selection of baked goods to members and clients of TUCO (Universities, Colleges and the wider Public Sector). 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 PS3.5m The total spend through the (closed) framework (over the maximum 4 years) is estimated at PS20m The scope of products to be covered in the framework are as follows but not limited to: Milk - all variants including dairy alternatives. Dairy - including creams, butter and spreads. Cheese, yoghurts and eggs. Dairy alternatives where available. Bread (fresh & frozen) - all variants of loaves and rolls including gluten free and free from. Baked goods (fresh & frozen) - cakes, pastries, confectionery and traybakes. Low sugar/free from alternatives where available. It is envisaged that suppliers will be able to cover the full scope of products for each lot. The framework includes the option of a one-stop shop for the supply of fresh milk & bread to Local Authorities.

### Lot Information

Milk & Dairy products for HE/FE members

Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with the option to extend annually (+1 + 1 years) until 30/04/2030

Milk & Dairy products for LA's/wider public sector

Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with the option to extend annually (+1 + 1 years) until 30/04/2030

Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members

Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with the option to extend annually (+1 + 1 years) until 30/04/2030

Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector

Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with the option to extend annually (+1 + 1 years) until 30/04/2030

Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members

Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with the option to extend annually (+1 + 1 years) until 30/04/2030

Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector

Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with the option to extend annually (+1 + 1 years) until 30/04/2030

One stop shop option for LA's/wider public sector

Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with the option to extend annually (+1 + 1 years) until 30/04/2030

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066845-2026 |
| 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 | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Award date | 7 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Jun 2026 - 21 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | 2030-02-04 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000,000 |
| Lots value | £20,000,000 |
| Awards value | £20,000,000 |
| Contracts value | £20,000,000 |

## 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 | 22 |
| Supplier names | ARTHUR DAVID (FOOD WITH SERVICE; COTTESWOLD DAIRY; CROWNDALE FOOD SERVICES; DAIRYLINK; DELICE DE FRANCE; DUNSTERS FARM; FRESH DIRECT (UK; H.N.NUTTALL; HARLECH FOODSERVICE; HENLLAN BREAD (UK; JOHAL DAIRIES; KENT FROZEN FOODS; MORRIS QUALITY BAKERS; MULTIHOPE; R.D. JOHNS; SCHOOL MILK SERVICES; SYSCO GB; TAMAR FRESH; THOMAS RIDLEY AND SON,LIMITED; TURNER & PRICE; WEST COUNTRY MILK CONSORTIUM; WEST HORSLEY DAIRY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15510000 - Milk and cream
- 15511000 - Milk
- 15511100 - Pasteurised milk
- 15511300 - Skimmed milk
- 15511400 - Semi-skimmed milk
- 15511500 - Full-cream milk
- 15512000 - Cream
- 15551000 - Yoghurt and other fermented milk products
- 15810000 - Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes
- 15811000 - Bread products
- 15811100 - Bread
- 15811500 - Prepared bread products
- 15812000 - Pastry goods and cakes
- 15812100 - Pastry goods
- 15821000 - Toasted bread products and pastry goods
- 15821100 - Toasted bread products

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2026 at 13:54 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066845-2026
- 9 Jun 2026 at 15:37 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054450-2026
- 4 Feb 2026 at 18:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010208-2026
- 22 May 2025 at 10:21 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024620-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066845-2026
  15th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054450-2026
  9th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010208-2026
  4th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024620-2025
  22nd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11443
  Complete set of tender documents are available through the web address https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19179
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19180
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19181
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19182
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19183
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19184
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19185
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19186
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19187
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19188
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19189
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19190
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19191
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19192

## Notice URLs

- http://www.brake.co.uk
- http://www.cotteswold-dairy.co.uk
- http://www.crowndale.co.uk
- http://www.dairylink-uk.com
- http://www.delicedefrance.co.uk
- http://www.dunstersfarm.com
- http://www.harlech.co.uk
- http://www.henllanbread.co.uk
- http://www.kff.co.uk
- http://www.morrisqualitybakers.co.uk
- http://www.paynesdairies.co.uk
- http://www.rdjohns.co.uk
- http://www.schoolmilkservices.co.uk
- http://www.tamarfresh.co.uk
- http://www.tamarfresh.co.uk/
- http://www.thomasridley.co.uk
- http://www.tuco.ac.uk
- http://www.turner-price.com
- http://www.wcmilk.co.uk/
- http://www.westhorsleydairy.co.uk
- https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs
- https://arthurdavid.co.uk/
- https://hnnuttall.co.uk/
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home
- https://www.freshdirect.co.uk/
- https://www.johaldairies.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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