--- title: "Management and Distribution of Free Period Products" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000815680" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815680" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000815680.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000815680.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-23" --- # Management and Distribution of Free Period Products Buyer: ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000815680 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815680) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000815680.json) ## Summary Aberdeen City Council has completed the procurement process for the "Management and Distribution of Free Period Products" contract, with CFINE Ltd appointed as the supplier. This contract, classified under public services with a focus on housing and community amenities, targets the location of Aberdeen in the UKM50 region. This process involved an open procedure, aimed at transparent and wide participation, and culminated in the award published on 23rd April 2026. The procurement began with a tender notice on 12th November 2025, with electronic submissions required by 12th December 2025. The contract, valued at £505,757.60, was signed on 1st April 2026. This procurement offers significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in logistics and distribution services, particularly those with expertise in managing public service contracts. The focus on distribution and logistics of period products in Aberdeen suggests ideal prospects for businesses with local operations or a strong understanding of regional needs. With the contract emphasising quality at 60% and price at 40%, companies with competitive pricing strategies coupled with high-quality service delivery stand a favourable chance in similar tenders. Furthermore, the electronic submission requirement indicates the possibility for businesses adept in digital processes to streamline their bids effectively, enhancing their scope for participation in future tenders. ## Notice Management and Distribution of Free Period Products ### Lot Information Lot 1 Management and Distribution of Free Period Products Renewal: The Council shall have the sole option of extending the contract for a further period of up to 24 months after the expiry of the term. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554517 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 12 Dec 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 1 Apr 2026 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £505,757 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | 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 | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | CFINE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 42 - Industrial machinery - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 33700000 - Personal care products - 33771100 - Sanitary towels or tampons - 42968200 - Sanitary dispensing machines - 80400000 - Adult and other education services ## Release History - 23 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554517 - 12 Nov 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV543402 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543402&idx=1 17th November 2025 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543402&idx=8 17th November 2025 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543402&idx=7 12th November 2025 - Appendix 6 TUPE Requirements - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543402&idx=2 12th November 2025 - Appendix 1 Award Questionnaire - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543402&idx=3 12th November 2025 - Appendix 2 Pricing Schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543402&idx=4 12th November 2025 - Appendix 3 Certificates and Declaration - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543402&idx=5 12th November 2025 - Appendix 4 Terms and Conditions - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543402&idx=6 12th November 2025 - Appendix 5 Supplier Questionnaire & Business Continuity - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV543402 Management and Distribution of Free Period Products - Management and Distribution of Free Period Products - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554517 Management and Distribution of Free Period Products - Management and Distribution of Free Period Products ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815680 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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