---
title: "Supply of Food Service- Frozen, Ambient, Chilled and Fresh"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066ae8"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "ANCHOR HANOVER GROUP"
published: "2026-03-16"
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# Supply of Food Service- Frozen, Ambient, Chilled and Fresh

Buyer: ANCHOR HANOVER GROUP  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066ae8

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## Summary

The Anchor Hanover Group, a public authority within the sub-central government sector, is planning a procurement process titled "Supply of Food Service- Frozen, Ambient, Chilled and Fresh." This contract aims to supply Frozen, Ambient, Chilled Meat, Dairy, Bakery, Frozen Fish, and Fresh Produce to all its care homes and villages across various regions in the United Kingdom. The process is currently in the planning stage with a contracting period from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2030, potentially extending to 31 March 2034. A competitive flexible procurement method will be employed and businesses interested should prepare for the forthcoming notice scheduled for 1 July 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the UK food supply industry. Due to the varied dietary requirements, including vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, halal, and kosher, the tender is well-suited for suppliers specialising in these areas. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitable contract lot for these entities. Companies with a robust logistics framework to deliver goods within a 60-mile radius of delivery postcodes will be competitive, making it ideal for those with local supply chains. The gross value of £105,000,000 indicates a lucrative opportunity for potential suppliers.

## Notice

Supply of Frozen, Ambient and Chilled. Fresh Meat, Dairy, Bakery, Frozen Fish and Fresh Produce to all Care homes and Villages. 1. Approximately 140 commercial kitchens offering fresh meals to residents daily. 2. All delivered at least once a week- some locations twice a week., 3. All sourced within 60-mile radius of the delivery postcode 4. Catering to several dietary requirements including vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten free, halal and kosher. Top product lines including but not limited to: * Milk * Bread * Bananas * Potatoes * Chicken Fillets * Butter * Double Cream * Fruit Juices * Tuna * Tin Tomatoes * Frozen Fish

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023446-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £87,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ANCHOR HANOVER GROUP |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD1 2ST |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2026 at 12:09 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023446-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023446-2026
  16th March 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.anchor.org.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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