---
title: "Mobile Catering Vans"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000597898"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL"
published: "2020-05-06"
---

# Mobile Catering Vans

Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000597898

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## Summary

The Argyll and Bute Council has conducted a public procurement process for mobile catering vans aimed at enhancing the provision of school meals and refreshments at community events, reflecting the unique rural character of the area. This open procurement process was initiated as of 9th October 2019, with tenders submitted electronically, and the submission deadline set for 30th October 2019. The procurement falls under the goods category and is classified under relevant CPV codes. The total contract value is £68,590 and the award was officially confirmed on 24th February 2020.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services, mobile food provision, or equipment supplies to connect with local authorities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this procurement process particularly advantageous, encouraging innovation and local sourcing. Companies able to adapt their offerings to meet the needs of educational and community events in rural settings are especially well-positioned to compete successfully in this market.

## Notice

Argyll and Bute Council see an opportunity to utilise a mobile catering van that can be used for the provision of school meals, lunches for council workers and refreshments at a range of community events. Due to the unique rural character of Argyll and Bute the van will act as a means of effective travel between several locations.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council see an opportunity to utilise a mobile catering van that can be used for the provision of school meals, lunches for council workers and refreshments at a range of community events. Due to the unique rural character of Argyll and Bute the van will act as a means of effective travel between several locations. Full specification can be found within the ITT document.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386230 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Feb 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £68,590 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | 1 |
| Supplier names | VANTASTEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 34130000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of goods
- 50117000 - Vehicle conversion and reconditioning services
- 50117100 - Motor vehicle conversion services
- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 6 May 2020 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386230
- 9 Oct 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368534

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368534&idx=1
  9th October 2019 - Invitation to Tender (ITT)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368534
  Mobile Catering Vans - Argyll and Bute Council see an opportunity to utilise a mobile catering van that can be used for the provision of school meals, lunches for council workers and refreshments at a range of community events. Due to the unique rural character of Argyll and Bute the van will act as a means of effective travel between several locations.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386230
  Mobile Catering Vans - Argyll and Bute Council see an opportunity to utilise a mobile catering van that can be used for the provision of school meals, lunches for council workers and refreshments at a range of community events. Due to the unique rural character of Argyll and Bute the van will act as a means of effective travel between several locations.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000597898

## Provenance

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