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title: "PROVISION OF FRESH & COOKED MEAT TO AGMA (ASSOCIATION OF GREATER MANCHESTER AUTHORITIES)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f696"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TRAFFORD COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-19"
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# PROVISION OF FRESH & COOKED MEAT TO AGMA (ASSOCIATION OF GREATER MANCHESTER AUTHORITIES)

Buyer: TRAFFORD COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f696

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## Summary

The procurement process for the provision of fresh and cooked meat to the Association of Greater Manchester Authorities has recently progressed to the award stage, with Trafford Council acting as the purchasing organisation. The tender was issued under an open procedure and covers goods related to animal products and meat. The contracting opportunity was open to suppliers across the United Kingdom, specifically targeting delivery in Greater Manchester. The award was pending as of 19 February 2026 following the bids and is valued at £3,025,000, with a gross amount of £3,630,000. Key deadlines included the standstill period ending on 2 March 2026, and the anticipated contract signature on 9 March 2026, commencing on 1 April 2026 for an initial duration of 36 months, with possible extensions up to two additional years.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the meat supply and distribution industry, particularly those able to provide fresh and cooked halal and standard meats. As the contract requires supply across multiple councils – Trafford, Warrington, and Rochdale – it suits larger suppliers capable of handling extensive delivery logistics. Both SMEs and larger enterprises were encouraged to submit bids, with a particular emphasis on pricing and technical quality, which were integral criteria for assessment. The contract's extensive reach and potential extension period present a lucrative opportunity for businesses looking to expand their footprint within public sector supply chains. Harlech Foodservice Limited, a large-scale supplier, was highlighted as a potential awardee, demonstrating the scope for significant business growth for similar companies in the sector.

## Notice

AGMA (Association of Greater Manchester Authorities), invites tenders for the establishment of a contract for the Supply and Delivery of Fresh Meat, including Halal, Cooked Meats and Bacon on behalf of Council school kitchens, catering departments, care homes, social care establishments and any other associated civic or council buildings, as required.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract will be for an initial term of 36 months ("Contract Period"). The Council may extend following the Contract Period for a further period of 24 months (the "Extension

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015282-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,025,000 |
| Lots value | £3,025,000 |
| Awards value | £3,025,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TRAFFORD COUNCIL |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M32 0TH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Electoral ward | Gorse Hill & Cornbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Stretford and Urmston |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HARLECH FOODSERVICE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15100000 - Animal products, meat and meat products

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2026 at 14:15 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015282-2026
- 6 Jan 2026 at 11:41 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000604-2026
- 16 Dec 2025 at 12:07 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083302-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015282-2026
  19th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000604-2026
  6th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083302-2025
  16th December 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.harlech.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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