--- title: "Supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables, including pre-prepared produce" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000773965" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000773965" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000773965.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000773965.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TAYSIDE CONTRACTS" published: "2024-07-31" --- # Supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables, including pre-prepared produce Buyer: TAYSIDE CONTRACTS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000773965 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000773965) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000773965.json) ## Summary Tayside Contracts has initiated an open tender process for the supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables, including pre-prepared produce, to be distributed across Tayside, encompassing the areas of Angus, Dundee, and Perth. The tender, titled "Supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables, including pre-prepared produce," falls under the industry category of general public services. Key deadlines include a submission end date on 4th September 2024 at 12:00 PM, with the contract starting on 1st October 2024 and running until 30th September 2027, with a potential 12-month extension. This open procedure, managed electronically, is currently in the tender stage, with a contract value of £2,500,000. This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in fresh produce, particularly those capable of fulfilling large-scale orders and maintaining high standards of quality and service in the delivery process. Companies involved in agriculture, food distribution, and pre-prepared food services are well-suited to compete. Winning this contract could provide significant business expansion, fostering long-term relationships with public sector clients and enhancing service portfolios. The inclusion of community benefits offers an additional platform for businesses to contribute positively to the local area and further strengthen their public sector ties. ## Notice Supply and delivery of fruit, vegetables such as apples, bananas, oranges, potatoes etc. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The primary objective of this Contract is to supply fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as the supply of pre-prepared produce for the preparation of meals including, but not limited to school meals, care homes, school home economics, leisure facilities. Renewal: 12 month optional extension ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL511008 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract 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 | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 31 Jul 2024 | | Submission deadline | 4 Sep 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Oct 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,500,000 | | Lots value | £2,500,000 | | 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 | TAYSIDE CONTRACTS | | Locality | DUNDEE | | Post town | Dundee | | Postcode | DD3 8SS | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM03 Angus and Dundee City | | Local authority | Dundee City | | Electoral ward | Coldside | | Westminster constituency | Dundee Central | | Delivery location | TLM7 Eastern Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products ### Codes - 03200000 - Cereals, potatoes, vegetables, fruits and nuts ## Release History - 31 Jul 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL511008 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL511008&idx=1 31st July 2024 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL511008&idx=2 31st July 2024 - Pricing Schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL511008&idx=3 31st July 2024 - Product Specifications - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL511008&idx=4 31st July 2024 - Delivery Locations - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL511008&idx=5 31st July 2024 - Tayside Contracts Supplier Audit Form - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL511008&idx=6 31st July 2024 - Terms and Conditions - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL511008 Supply and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables, including pre-prepared produce - Supply and delivery of fruit, vegetables such as apples, bananas, oranges, potatoes etc. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=773965 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - http://www.tayside-contracts.co.uk/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000773965 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=773965 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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