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title: "Provision of Fruit and Vegetables"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000660739"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE"
published: "2022-05-10"
---

# Provision of Fruit and Vegetables

Buyer: SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000660739

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Scottish Prison Service, seeks a supplier for the "Provision of Fruit and Vegetables" across its estate in Scotland. This open procurement method is currently at the award stage, following the completion date of contracts on 5th May 2022. Key locations involved include Edinburgh and various sites across Scotland. The contract, valued at £1,849,151.28, aims to supply around 20 core fruit and vegetable products, with delivery timelines set to within two working days of an order. Interested parties should note that the main classification of this procurement falls under the goods category related to public order and safety.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the food supply sector, particularly those specialising in fresh produce. Businesses that can demonstrate compliance with quality and traceability standards within their supply chain will be particularly well-suited to compete. With the Scottish Prison Service's commitment to local sourcing and potential community benefits, suppliers that engage in ethical and sustainable practices may further strengthen their bids, making this contract not just a chance for growth but also a platform for showcasing responsible business practices.

## Notice

The SPS are seeking a supplier to provide fruit and vegetables across the SPS Estate.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The SPS requires a supplier to provide and deliver fruit and vegetable products to all SPS sites across Scotland. SPS order circa 20 Core Products this includes but is not limited to apples, bananas, carrots, lettuce and potatoes. All products supplied shall comply with the required quality standards and classifications. The supplier shall also be required to evidence traceability within their supply chain. All products shall be delivered within the agreed delivery timescales, (within 2 working days of an order being placed). The SPS has commenced this procurement process in good faith and with the intention of awarding a contract. Following publication of the Contract Notice, an Invitation to Tender (ITT) including the Single Procurement Document (SPD) will be published by SPS and will be made available to bidders. Tender responses will then be evaluated by the SPS in accordance with the ITT.

Renewal: The contract has the option to be extended by up to an additional 4 years on a 2 year + 2 year basis.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY448013 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | 1 Oct 2021 |
| Award date | 5 May 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,849,151 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9HW |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MCLAYS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 15300000 - Fruit, vegetables and related products
- 15310000 - Potatoes and potato products
- 15331100 - Fresh or frozen vegetables
- 15331130 - Beans, peas, peppers, tomatoes and other vegetables
- 15331140 - Leaf and cabbage vegetables
- 15332180 - Melons

## Release History

- 10 May 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY448013
- 22 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433667
- 19 Jul 2021 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421630

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421630
  Provision of Fruit and Vegetables - The SPS are seeking a supplier to provide fruit and vegetables across the SPS Estate. The anticipated contract commencement date is 15th May 2022.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433667
  Provision of Fruit and Vegetables - The SPS are seeking a supplier to provide fruit and vegetables across the SPS Estate. The anticipated contract commencement date is 15th May 2022.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY448013
  Provision of Fruit and Vegetables - The SPS are seeking a supplier to provide fruit and vegetables across the SPS Estate.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.sps.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000660739
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

## Provenance

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