---
title: "58_27 Ready Meal Solutions"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06968e"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL, TRADING AS ESPO"
published: "2026-05-12"
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# 58_27 Ready Meal Solutions

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL, TRADING AS ESPO  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06968e

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Leicestershire County Council trading as ESPO, is currently in the planning stage for the "58_27 Ready Meal Solutions" project, aimed at establishing a multi-supplier framework for the supply and distribution of frozen ready meals. This initiative is under the category of "goods" and falls within the food, beverages, tobacco and related products sector. The procurement is planned as a framework agreement, with the anticipated contract period beginning on 1st October 2027 and potentially extending until 30th September 2031. The procurement process will proceed, with future notices expected by 14th May 2027. This opportunity is geographically located in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the food and beverages industry, particularly those specialising in ready meal solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate due to the project's suitability specifications. Companies capable of delivering high-quality, prepared frozen meals on a large scale may benefit from this framework agreement, fostering long-term business growth potential through sustained contracts. The project not only offers substantial financial gain, with an estimated gross value of £57,600,000, but also provides the chance for businesses to expand their reach within the public sector market.

## Notice

Please note, this is a Pipeline notice only for ESPO contracts that are forecast to be re-procured or new procurement projects that are expected to be undertaken. The details captured are therefore only provided as an estimate, and no further information other than as captured can be provided at this time. For all current ESPO opportunities, please visit https://www.eastmidstenders.org/ For details of ESPO Frameworks, please visit https://www.espo.org/frameworks.html This Pipeline notice is being published to alert the supplier market that ESPO expects to establish a multi supplier framework for the supply and distribution of prepared single or multi-portion frozen ready meals.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043406-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 14 May 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2027 - 30 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £57,600,000 |
| 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 | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL, TRADING AS ESPO |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE19 1ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Enderby |
| Westminster constituency | South Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

## Release History

- 12 May 2026 at 11:33 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043406-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043406-2026
  12th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/
- https://www.espo.org/
- https://www.espo.org/frameworks.html
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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