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title: "Supply and Distribution of Fresh Fruit, Vegetables, Potatoes and Prepared Products."
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000579680"
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# Supply and Distribution of Fresh Fruit, Vegetables, Potatoes and Prepared Products.

Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000579680

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Argyll and Bute Council concerns the tender titled "Supply and Distribution of Fresh Fruit, Vegetables, Potatoes and Prepared Products," aimed at securing suppliers for delivering fresh fruits and vegetables to various public sector outlets across Argyll and Bute, including schools and social care units. This tender is classified under the goods category, and the procurement method employed is an open procedure. The contract has recently emerged from the award stage, following a competition that concluded with contracts signed as of 19th July 2019. Key delivery locations include Cowal, Bute, Helensburgh & Lomond, and West Argyll, with important deadlines for bidding and contract submission established by the council.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for suppliers in the food distribution sector, particularly those specialising in fresh produce. Businesses that possess the ability to fulfil contract details—including fresh fruit and vegetable supply, distribution logistics, and experience with public contracts—are well-positioned to compete. Furthermore, companies with a focus on community engagement through practices such as targeted recruitment and local supply chain support will find themselves particularly competitive, aligning with Argyll and Bute Council's emphasis on community benefits in this procurement process.

## Notice

Argyll and Bute Council requires to tender for the supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables to schools, outlets, hostels and Social Care Units throughout Argyll and Bute.

### Lot Information

Cowal

Argyll and Bute Council requires to tender for the supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables to schools, outlets, hostels and Social Care Units throughout Argyll and Bute. The purpose of this tender is to provide a range of fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables for use in the preparation of meals.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for up to 1 year until August 2023 at the option of Argyll and Bute Council, subject to satisfactory performance of the contract and product discussions with the successful Tenderer(s).

Bute

Argyll and Bute Council requires to tender for the supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables to schools, outlets, hostels and Social Care Units throughout Argyll and Bute. The purpose of this tender is to provide a range of fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables for use in the preparation of meals.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for up to 1 year until August 2023 at the option of Argyll and Bute Council, subject to satisfactory performance of the contract and product discussions with the successful Tenderer(s).

Helensburgh & Lomond

Argyll and Bute Council requires to tender for the supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables to schools, outlets, hostels and Social Care Units throughout Argyll and Bute. The purpose of this tender is to provide a range of fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables for use in the preparation of meals.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for up to 1 year until August 2023 at the option of Argyll and Bute Council, subject to satisfactory performance of the contract and product discussions with the successful Tenderer(s).

West Argyll

Argyll and Bute Council requires to tender for the supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables to schools, outlets, hostels and Social Care Units throughout Argyll and Bute. The purpose of this tender is to provide a range of fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables for use in the preparation of meals.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for up to 1 year until August 2023 at the option of Argyll and Bute Council, subject to satisfactory performance of the contract and product discussions with the successful Tenderer(s).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG363484 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 20 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jul 2019 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | After end of this contract- 3 years, possibly 4 depending on an extension. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £390,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL |
| Locality | LOCHGILPHEAD |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA31 8RT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Argyll and Bute |
| Electoral ward | Mid Argyll |
| Westminster constituency | Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber |
| Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | FAILTE FOODS; J M BRECKENRIDGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products
- 39222000 - Catering supplies

## Release History

- 15 Aug 2019 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG363484
- 16 Apr 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR351710

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR351710
  Supply and Distribution of Fresh Fruit, Vegetables, Potatoes and Prepared Products. - Argyll and Bute Council requires to tender for the supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables to schools, outlets, hostels and Social Care Units throughout Argyll and Bute.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG363484
  Supply and Distribution of Fresh Fruit, Vegetables, Potatoes and Prepared Products. - Argyll and Bute Council requires to tender for the supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables to schools, outlets, hostels and Social Care Units throughout Argyll and Bute.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000579680

## Provenance

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