---
title: "Supply of alcoholic drinks and related items"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06be17"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-26"
---

# Supply of alcoholic drinks and related items

Buyer: IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06be17

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## Summary

On 26th June 2026, Ipswich Borough Council initiated an open tender process for the supply of alcoholic drinks and related items to its refurbished venues, the Regent Theatre and the Corn Exchange. This procurement exercise falls under the 'Food, beverages, tobacco and related products' category, with a significant focus on alcoholic beverages like spirits, wines, and beers. The procurement, valued at approximately £1.75 million, follows the open procedure method, inviting submissions until 6th August 2026. The contract is set to begin on 1st October 2026, lasting until 30th September 2031. The procurement is classified under public authority - sub-central government, and the delivery location is within the UKH14 region in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a substantial business opportunity for suppliers in the alcoholic beverages and related retail sectors. Companies specialising in these products are well-positioned to benefit from the five-year contract, servicing high-traffic venues with a combined hosting capacity of around 260 performances annually. Moreover, the open procedure allows a wide array of businesses to participate, making it ideal for firms with robust supply capabilities and competitive pricing strategies. The tender prioritises quality, with a 70% criterion weight, alongside price, which holds a 30% weight, creating opportunities for businesses to showcase their product excellence alongside pricing strategies.

## Notice

Supply of drinks, equipment and support to the newly refurbished Regent Theatre (1,535 seats and around 260 performances each yea) and the Corn Exchange ( multi-purpose venue designed to host all kinds of events).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060294-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2031 |
| Recurrence | 2031-01-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,745,000 |
| Lots value | £1,745,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | TLH14 Suffolk CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 15911100 - Spirits
- 15911200 - Liqueurs
- 15931100 - Sparkling wine
- 15931200 - Table wine
- 15941000 - Cider
- 15951000 - Vermouth
- 15961000 - Beer
- 15961100 - Lager
- 15982000 - Soft drinks
- 55900000 - Retail trade services

## Release History

- 26 Jun 2026 at 11:22 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060294-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060294-2026
  26th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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