--- title: "Supply of Grocery, Dried Goods & Frozen Products 069-2026" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06dd7f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06dd7f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06dd7f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06dd7f.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MANCHESTER CENTRAL CONVENTION COMPLEX LIMITED" published: "2026-08-06" --- # Supply of Grocery, Dried Goods & Frozen Products 069-2026 Buyer: MANCHESTER CENTRAL CONVENTION COMPLEX LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06dd7f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06dd7f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06dd7f.json) ## Summary The Manchester Central Convention Complex Limited, a sub-central government public authority, is currently seeking a contractor to supply grocery, dried goods, and frozen products for a variety of locations including the Manchester Central Convention Complex, Junction, and Manchester Town Hall, among others. The tender process is in the active stage with submissions required by 31st August 2026, and awards anticipated by 7th October 2026. The contract, set to commence on 9th November 2026, spans two years with an option for a one-year extension. This procurement falls under the "Food, beverages, tobacco and related products" category within the UKD3 region, employing an open procedure method which allows for electronic submission of tenders. This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs, especially those capable of providing high-quality food products with the flexibility to meet dynamic and potentially last-minute needs of a bustling events industry. The estimated annual spend of £622,000 implies a substantial business volume, fostering opportunities for suppliers with robust distribution networks and a commitment to quality and sustainability. Businesses that can ensure responsive service and have a strong track record in hospitality and catering supplies would be particularly well-suited to compete in this tender process, given the need for coordination and effective contract management across multiple significant venues. ## Notice Manchester Central is currently looking for a Contractor to supply groceries and frozen food products to Manchester Central Convention Complex, Junction, Manchester Town Hall Central Library, Runway Visitors Park and Manchester Town Hall. It is important that the services provider are the same across all site such as delivery times etc. Estimated annual spend for groceries and frozen food is circa PS622k. Spend is estimated on current supply and Manchester Central are unable to guarantee such levels of purchasing. The Contract will be for a period of two (2) years with a Manchester Central only option to extend for an addition twelve (12) months from the commencement date of services, with an anticipated Contract start date of November 2026 As a world-class international convention centre, Manchester Central requires products of the highest quality. The successful supplier will provide products for all onsite catering, including hospitality, banquets, conferences and exhibitions. 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. Average annual requirements for products are detailed in the ITT, and these requirements will need to be matched by the supplier. Due to event peaks and troughs within the business, orders of higher numbers must be available at certain times. If a product is not available in the quantities required, the supplier must notify Manchester Central as early as possible and provide alternative products of the same calibre. Contract partners will be required to have periodic contract review meetings with the Company's Executive Chef. The frequency of such contract review meetings will be determined by Manchester Central and may vary from time to time. The meetings will discuss the performance of previous months' supply, the supply required over the next few months, highlighting any key large events coming up, and any positive / negative feedback with regards to product quality, account management, ordering and delivery. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: The Contract will be for a period of two (2) years with a Manchester Central only option to extend for an addition twelve (12) months from the commencement date of services, with an anticipated Contract start date of November 2026 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074635-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Aug 2026 | | Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 9 Nov 2026 - 8 Nov 2028 | | Recurrence | 2028-08-01 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,036,666 | | Lots value | £1,036,666 | | 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 | MANCHESTER CENTRAL CONVENTION COMPLEX LIMITED | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products ### Codes - 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products ## Release History - 6 Aug 2026 at 10:51 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074635-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074635-2026 6th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-20246 Supply of Grocery, Dried Goods & Frozen Products 069-2026 - ITT - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-20249 Appendix A - Manchester Central Terms & Conditions - 2026 - Proposed T&Cs for Supply of Grocery, Dried Goods & Frozen Products 069-2026 to be finalised upon award of contract - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-20251 Appendix B - Pricing Schedule - To be completed by all bidding suppliers in the proposed format. ## Notice URLs - https://procontract.due-north.com - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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