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title: "Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000832913"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SCOTLAND EXCEL"
published: "2026-05-29"
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# Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce

Buyer: SCOTLAND EXCEL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000832913

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## Summary

Scotland Excel, a central purchasing organisation, has initiated the planning phase for a significant procurement process titled "Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce." This opportunity is aimed at the industry category of goods, specifically general public services, and covers various fresh produce items such as milk, bread, fruit, vegetables, meats, and fish. The procurement is currently at the planning stage as of 29 May 2026, with a future notice date set for 1 October 2026. The procurement process is intended to serve multiple locations throughout Scotland, offering local and regional distribution opportunities for suppliers.

This procurement process presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply and distribution of fresh produce to expand their reach and secure contracts with public sector bodies across Scotland. With an anticipated total value of £160,000,000, companies in sectors ranging from dairy and bakery to fruit and meat products will find suitable prospects. The framework allows tenderers to bid for one or multiple local authority areas, providing flexibility and access to a broad market. It's particularly well-suited for businesses with the capability to handle large-scale distribution and those focusing on organic or specialised products, such as halal offerings, effectively aligning with the varied demands of public institutions.

## Notice

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce. It is anticipated that the scope of the products covered under the framework will include but is not limited to whole milk, semi skimmed milk, skimmed milk, organic milk, brown bread, white bread, pittas, wraps, potato scones, cakes, pastries, baguettes, fresh apples, bananas, grapes, pears, strawberries, carrots, turnip, cabbage, corn, beef, lamb, pork, poultry, prepared products, cooked meats and fresh fish.

### Lot Information

Fresh and Organic Milk

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce. Tenderers will be able to bid for one, any, or all local authority areas, where applicable.. Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed, and is therefore subject to change.

Fresh Bread, Rolls and Bakery Products

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce. Tenderers will be able to bid for one, any, or all local authority areas, where applicable.. Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed , and is therefore subject to change.

Fresh Fruit and Vegetables

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce. Tenderers will be able to bid for one, any, or all local authority areas, where applicable.. Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed , and is therefore subject to change.

Fresh Meats

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce. Tenderers will be able to bid for one, any, or all local authority areas, where applicable.. Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed , and is therefore subject to change.

Fresh Fish

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce. Tenderers will be able to bid for one, any, or all local authority areas, where applicable.. Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed , and is therefore subject to change.

Cooked Meats

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce. Tenderers will be able to bid for one, any, or all local authority areas, where applicable.. Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed, and is therefore subject to change.

Halal Products

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce. Tenderers will be able to bid for one, any, or all local authority areas, where applicable.. Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed , and is therefore subject to change.

Supply Only of Fresh Produce

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce. Tenderers will be able to bid for one, any, or all local authority areas, where applicable.. Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed, and is therefore subject to change.

Distribution of Fresh Produce

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce. Tenderers will be able to bid for one, any, or all local authority areas, where applicable.. Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed , and is therefore subject to change.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556875 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTLAND EXCEL |
| Locality | PAISLEY |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA1 1AR |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire |
| Local authority | Renfrewshire |
| Electoral ward | Paisley East and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Paisley and Renfrewshire South |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 03200000 - Cereals, potatoes, vegetables, fruits and nuts
- 03212000 - Potatoes and dried vegetables
- 03220000 - Vegetables, fruits and nuts
- 03221000 - Vegetables
- 03221110 - Root vegetables
- 03221200 - Fruit vegetables
- 03222000 - Fruit and nuts
- 03222100 - Tropical fruit and nuts
- 03222110 - Tropical fruit
- 03222118 - Kiwi fruit
- 03222200 - Citrus fruit
- 03222230 - Grapefruit
- 03310000 - Fish, crustaceans and aquatic products
- 03311000 - Fish
- 03311210 - Cod
- 03311220 - Pollock
- 03311240 - Haddock
- 03311500 - Whiting
- 03311700 - Salmon
- 03333000 - Fresh cows' milk
- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 15100000 - Animal products, meat and meat products
- 15110000 - Meat
- 15111000 - Bovine meat
- 15112000 - Poultry
- 15112120 - Turkeys
- 15112130 - Chickens
- 15115000 - Lamb and mutton
- 15115100 - Lamb
- 15119000 - Various meats
- 15119600 - Fish meat
- 15130000 - Meat products
- 15131100 - Sausage-meat products
- 15131110 - Sausage meat
- 15131130 - Sausages
- 15131134 - Black pudding and other blood sausages
- 15131210 - Gammon
- 15131220 - Bacon
- 15131400 - Pork products
- 15131410 - Ham
- 15131500 - Poultry products
- 15131620 - Minced beef
- 15131640 - Beefburgers
- 15131700 - Meat preparations
- 15211100 - Fresh fish fillets
- 15241500 - Mackerel
- 15500000 - Dairy products
- 15510000 - Milk and cream
- 15511000 - Milk
- 15511100 - Pasteurised milk
- 15511300 - Skimmed milk
- 15511500 - Full-cream milk
- 15512100 - Single cream
- 15512200 - Double cream
- 15550000 - Assorted dairy products
- 15612500 - Bakery products
- 15810000 - Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes
- 15811000 - Bread products
- 15811100 - Bread
- 15811200 - Rolls

## Release History

- 29 May 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556875

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556875
  Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce - This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Fresh Produce. It is anticipated that the scope of the products covered under the framework will include but is not limited to whole milk, semi skimmed milk, skimmed milk, organic milk, brown bread, white bread, pittas, wraps, potato scones, cakes, pastries, baguettes, fresh apples, bananas, grapes, pears, strawberries, carrots, turnip, cabbage, corn, beef, lamb, pork, poultry, prepared products, cooked meats and fresh fish.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=832913
- http://www.scotland-excel.org.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832913
- https://www.cognitoforms.com/ScotlandExcel1/_0326FreshProduceSupplierPinSurvey
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=726426

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