---
title: "Provision of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000492363"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2018-06-14"
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# Provision of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables

Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000492363

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Aberdeenshire Council and Aberdeen City Council seeking contractors for the "Provision of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables." This process is classified under the goods procurement category, specifically aimed at supplying fresh fruits and vegetables to various education and social care institutions, as well as cafes and canteens in the region of Aberdeen, UK. The tender is currently in the Active stage and was initiated on 19th April 2017, with submissions due by 23rd May 2017. The total value of this contract is approximately £2.9 million, and the procurement method employed is an open procedure, inviting bids from all interested suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the agriculture and food supply sectors, particularly those specialising in fresh produce. Companies that focus on ethical sourcing and sustainability may find this tender highly accessible, as community benefit themes are included in the procurement. Additionally, businesses that can demonstrate robust supply chain management and logistical capabilities will be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender could enhance business growth by establishing long-term relationships with public sector authorities in the Aberdeen area.

## Notice

Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City Councils require provision of fresh fruit, fresh vegetables and prepared vegetables to be supplied to education and social care institutes, as well as any other internal venues such as cafes, canteens or leisure facilities.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City Councils require provision of fresh fruit, fresh vegetables and prepared vegetables to be supplied to education and social care institutes, as well as any other internal venues such as cafes, canteens or leisure facilities.

Renewal: Contract can be extended for a further period or period(s) of up to 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN322375 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 23 May 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Dependant on whether the decision is taken to extend the contract or not. Would either be 24 or 36 months from Contract start date. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,900,000 |
| Lots value | £2,900,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB16 5GB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

### Codes

- 03221200 - Fruit vegetables

## Release History

- 14 Jun 2018 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN322375
- 19 Apr 2017 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR280614

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR280614&idx=9
  21st April 2017 - Appendix 8 - TUPE Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR280614&idx=10
  21st April 2017 - ESPD Fruit & Vegetables
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR280614&idx=1
  21st April 2017 - ITT Fruit & Vegetables
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR280614&idx=2
  21st April 2017 - Appendix 1 - Statement of Requirements
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR280614&idx=3
  21st April 2017 - Appendix 2 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR280614&idx=4
  21st April 2017 - Appendix 3 - Declaration
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR280614&idx=5
  21st April 2017 - Appendix 4 - Terms & Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR280614&idx=6
  21st April 2017 - Appendix 5 - Award Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR280614&idx=7
  21st April 2017 - Appendix 6 - Delivery Locations
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR280614&idx=8
  21st April 2017 - Appendix 7 - EU Standard
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR280614
  Provision of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables - Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City Councils require provision of fresh fruit, fresh vegetables and prepared vegetables to be supplied to education and social care institutes, as well as any other internal venues such as cafes, canteens or leisure facilities.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN322375
  Provision of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables - Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City Councils require provision of fresh fruit, fresh vegetables and prepared vegetables to be supplied to education and social care institutes, as well as any other internal venues such as cafes, canteens or leisure facilities.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk
- http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000492363

## Provenance

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