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title: "Soft Drinks 075-2025 - Supply of Soft Drinks at Manchester Central Convention Complex Limited"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05db30"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-03"
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# Soft Drinks 075-2025 - Supply of Soft Drinks at Manchester Central Convention Complex Limited

Buyer: MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05db30

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## Summary

Manchester City Council has conducted a procurement process titled "Soft Drinks 075-2025 - Supply of Soft Drinks at Manchester Central Convention Complex Limited," operating in the non-alcoholic beverages industry category. This contract is intended for the supply of soft drinks to various sites, including the Manchester Central Convention Complex. The procurement method used was the open procedure, and the process progressed to the award stage on 3rd February 2026, when the contract was signed with Dunsters Farm Limited. The overall contract value is £364,000, covering a two-year period with a potential twelve-month extension. The delivery region is UKD3, specifically Manchester and its associated facilities, with a requirement for high-quality services and the ability to handle dynamic orders, including weekend logistics.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specializing in the supply of non-alcoholic beverages, especially those capable of meeting the high-quality and flexible service demands of a bustling convention centre. SMEs with the capability to provide prompt deliveries and manage rapid fulfilment schedules, including frequent events and varying order sizes, would be particularly suited to compete for such tenders. The involved annual estimated spend of approximately £184,000 highlights significant business growth potential, alongside the opportunity to establish a strong client relationship with a prominent regional authority like Manchester City Council.

## Notice

Manchester Central is currently looking for a supplier to supply soft drinks to Manchester Central Convention Complex, Junction, Central Library, Runway Visitors Park and any other associated sites. Estimated annual spend is circa PS184k. The Contract will be for a period of two (2) years from the commencement date of services with the option to extend for up to an additional twelve (12) months (Manchester Central only option) with an anticipated Contract start date of February 2026. As a world-class international convention centre, Manchester Central requires products of the highest quality. The successful supplier will provide soft drinks for all onsite retail operations and hospitality events. Given the dynamic nature of the events industry, the supplier will be expected to respond to orders as required, potentially with a last minute or same day delivery, including Saturday and Sunday orders.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Manchester Central is currently looking for a supplier to supply soft drinks to Manchester Central Convention Complex, Junction, Central Library, Runway Visitors Park and any other associated sites. Estimated annual spend is circa PS184k. The Contract will be for a period of two (2) years from the commencement date of services with the option to extend for up to an additional twelve (12) months (Manchester Central only option) with an anticipated Contract start date of February 2026. As a world-class international convention centre, Manchester Central requires products of the highest quality. The successful supplier will provide soft drinks for all onsite retail operations and hospitality events. Given the dynamic nature of the events industry, the supplier will be expected to respond to orders as required, potentially with a last minute or same day delivery, including Saturday and Sunday orders.

Renewal: The Contract will be for a period of two (2) years from the commencement date of services with the option to extend for up to an additional twelve (12) months (Manchester Central only option) with an anticipated Contract start date of February 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009463-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £552,000 |
| Lots value | £522,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £364,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M2 3GX |
| 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 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DUNSTERS FARM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15980000 - Non-alcoholic beverages

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2026 at 13:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009463-2026
- 5 Nov 2025 at 15:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071345-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.manchester.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com

## Provenance

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