---
title: "Provision of Ice Creams & Refreshments"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-054589"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-054589.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-10-02"
---

# Provision of Ice Creams & Refreshments

Buyer: LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-054589

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by Liverpool City Council and focuses on the provision of ice creams and refreshments across various parks in Liverpool. The contract is executed under an open procedure according to the legal basis of the UKPGA. The industry category involved is services, specifically targeting vendors capable of providing high-quality ice creams and related refreshments. The awarded contracts are active as of 30th September 2025, covering multiple locations such as Croxteth Hall, Otterspool Promenade, and others, with the contracts expected to run from 20th October 2025 to 19th October 2028, with possible extensions. The procurement stage has moved from tender to award, with key details published as of 2nd October 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the food and catering industry, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, as highlighted by the number of bids from SMEs. Companies like Showtime Ice Cream Ltd and Triviso Ice Cream have already been engaged as suppliers, showcasing that the award values can range significantly, catering to both larger and smaller businesses. Such contracts are beneficial for enterprises seeking to expand their operational footprint by tapping into Liverpool's vibrant consumer base, enhancing their brand presence within key public venues. Businesses well-suited to compete in this tender are those with robust logistics, diverse product offerings in miscellaneous food products, and a focus on quality and cost-efficiency, aligned with Liverpool City Council's award criteria of quality and social value.

## Notice

Provision of Ice Creams & Refreshments for LCC

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061746-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Oct 2025 - 19 Oct 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £560,851 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | SHOWTIME ICE CREAM; TRIVISO ICE CREAM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 15800000 - Miscellaneous food products
- 15900000 - Beverages, tobacco and related products
- 55320000 - Meal-serving services
- 55321000 - Meal-preparation services
- 55330000 - Cafeteria services

## Release History

- 2 Oct 2025 at 13:06 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061746-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061746-2025
  2nd October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.showtime-icecream.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.triviso.co.uk/

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