Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Frozen Foods

Description: This Contract Notice is in relation to the renewal framework for The Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Frozen Foods. It is anticipated that the scope of materials covered under the framework will include, but not be limited to frozen bakery products, meat products & meat substitute products, poultry, seafood, savoury products, fruit & vegetables, potato products, pizza, ice cream & desserts. Full details are contained in the tender documentation available in the relevant PCS-T project for this procurement exercise.

Summary: Scotland Excel has initiated a procurement process for a framework agreement concerning the "Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Frozen Foods" across various organisations within Scotland, including local authorities, the Scottish NHS, and other public bodies. This tender is valued at £170 million and is currently at the tender stage, with an end date for submissions set for 16 January 2026. Utilizing an open procedure method, the tender encompasses multiple lots, each focusing on different aspects of frozen food provision, within the food, beverages, and related products category. The procurement process adheres to the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 and is facilitated electronically via PCS-Tender. The framework is expected to cover extensive product categories such as frozen bakery items, meat, seafood, and confectionery, with deliveries across various locations in Scotland.

Supply of Food and Beverage

Description: For the provision to TfW of Supply of Food and Beverage

Summary: The contracting authority, Transport for Wales, has issued a planned procurement notice for the supply of food and beverages, as part of its sub-central government activities under Welsh devolved regulations. Located in Pontypridd, UK, this procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with future notices expected by 6th January 2026. The total estimated contract value is £480,000 (gross), with the contract anticipated to commence on 26th August 2026 and conclude on 8th January 2030. This initiative falls within the industry category of food, beverages, tobacco, and related products, serving the UK region under the goods procurement category.

Supply of Alcohol for onboard catering

Description: For the provision to TfW of Supply of Alcohol for onboard catering

Summary: The procurement process, initiated by Transport for Wales, involves the planned tender for the "Supply of Alcohol for onboard catering" under the goods category. The contracting authority, located in Pontypridd, Wales, is planning this procurement with future notices expected to be published by 1st May 2026, and the actual contract period starting from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2030. This procurement is being conducted under UKCPA 2023/54 legal basis, and it involves commodities related to beverages and related products, with a gross value amounting to £300,000.

Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Frozen Foods

Description: This Contract Notice is in relation to the renewal framework for The Supply Only and Supply and Distribution of Frozen Foods. It is anticipated that the scope of materials covered under the framework will include, but not be limited to frozen bakery products, meat products & meat substitute products, poultry, seafood, savoury products, fruit & vegetables, potato products, pizza, ice cream & desserts. Full details are contained in the tender documentation available in the relevant PCS-T project for this procurement exercise.

Summary: Scotland Excel, a central purchasing body, is currently in the planning phase for a procurement process related to the supply and distribution of frozen foods. The projected framework renewal will cater to various entities, including all 32 Scottish councils, Tayside Contracts, Associate Members, and bodies established under relevant Scottish legislative acts. This tender falls under the general public services category with the procurement focused on goods. The anticipated scope will cover a vast range of frozen foods such as bakery products, meat substitutes, poultry, seafood, and desserts. Important dates to note include a future notice expected on 1 September 2025 and the opportunity for suppliers to engage in discussions commencing from 14 July 2025. Interested suppliers are encouraged to contact Scotland Excel by 11 July 2025 to arrange meetings.

Provision of Outsourced Catering

Description: The Contract is to provide BBCET and its community of children with consistently high-quality food services that meet nutritional standards and support the wellbeing of all recipients. The awarded Supplier(s) are to work in partnership with BBCET in line with the following principles: Transparency: Operate with transparency, ensuring that all the actions, decisions, services and processes related to the Contract are open and easily understood. Assurance: Provide accurate information and assurance that the services delivered meet the agreed-upon standards and specifications. Efficiency: Adhere to agreed-upon timelines to ensure that the Contract progresses smoothly and meets deadlines. Communication and Engagement: Maintain open and effective communication and engagement with BBCET and individual schools, addressing concerns and providing updates on progress on a timely basis. Knowledgeable: Demonstrate expertise in their field (read more...)

Summary: The Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust (BBCET) is seeking to contract outsourced catering services with an overall contract value of £10,000,000, aimed at providing high-quality food services to its community of children. The contract is divided into three regional lots, specifically Newcastle West and North, North Tyneside and Newcastle East, and St Stephens and St Bartholomew's schools, all located in the United Kingdom's UKC region. This open procedure tender, published on 1st December 2025, is currently in the tender stage with an end date for submission set for 16th January 2026 at 12:00 PM. Businesses are invited to participate by accessing the Cimple platform for full documentation, with enquiries accepted until 17th December 2025.

Provision of Outsourced Catering

Description: The Contract is to provide BBCET and its community of children with consistently high-quality food services that meet nutritional standards and support the wellbeing of all recipients. The awarded Supplier(s) are to work in partnership with BBCET in line with the following principles: Transparency: Operate with transparency, ensuring that all the actions, decisions, services and processes related to the Contract are open and easily understood. Assurance: Provide accurate information and assurance that the services delivered meet the agreed-upon standards and specifications. Efficiency: Adhere to agreed-upon timelines to ensure that the Contract progresses smoothly and meets deadlines. Communication and Engagement: Maintain open and effective communication and engagement with BBCET and individual schools, addressing concerns and providing updates on progress on a timely basis. Knowledgeable: Demonstrate expertise in their field (read more...)

Summary: The Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust (BBCET) is seeking to contract outsourced catering services with an overall contract value of £10,000,000, aimed at providing high-quality food services to its community of children. The contract is divided into three regional lots, specifically Newcastle West and North, North Tyneside and Newcastle East, and St Stephens and St Bartholomew's schools, all located in the United Kingdom's UKC region. This open procedure tender, published on 1st December 2025, is currently in the tender stage with an end date for submission set for 16th January 2026 at 12:00 PM. Businesses are invited to participate by accessing the Cimple platform for full documentation, with enquiries accepted until 17th December 2025.

Lease of a section of North Wirral Coastal path to provide a seasonal, high quality 'pop up' food and beverage offer

Description: Lease of a section of North Wirral Coastal path in order to provide a seasonal, high quality 'pop up' food and beverage offer

Summary: The procurement process, initiated by Wirral Council, pertains to an open tender for the lease of a section of the North Wirral Coastal path. This opportunity aims to establish a seasonal, high-quality "pop up" food and beverage offering. The contract falls under the industry category of "Food, beverages, tobacco and related products," and will be located across various regions in the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. Key dates to note include the tender submission deadline on 9th January 2026 and the enquiry period concluding on 6th January 2026. The procurement is currently in the 'tender' stage, with a contract period set from 1st March 2026 to 30th September 2028. The total contract value is £60,000 GBP.

The Marketplace

Description: Crown Commercial Service, as the Authority, intends to put in place a Pan Government Collaborative Agreement for the provision of a digital platform providing marketplace, catalogue management and autonomous sourcing solutions to facilitate purchasing of goods and commoditised services across the public sector, to be utilised by Central Government Departments and all other UK Public Sector Bodies, including but not limited to Local Authorities, Health, Police, Fire and Rescue, Education and Devolved Administrations. The solution aims to deliver end users access to a broad pre-qualified and dynamic supplier base, capable of offering a wide range of goods and commoditised services available for purchase and delivery through a digital platform.

Summary: The Crown Commercial Service is initiating a significant procurement process titled "The Marketplace," focusing on the establishment of a Pan Government Collaborative Agreement. This digital platform procurement aims to streamline the purchasing of goods and commoditised services across the UK public sector, including various government bodies such as Local Authorities, Health, Police, Fire and Rescue services, Education, and Devolved Administrations. With a robust budget of £1 billion, the tender will ensure a comprehensive and dynamic supplier base. The procurement stage is currently active with an end date for tender submissions set for 13th January 2026. The contracting will cover regions across the United Kingdom, Guernsey, Isle of Man, and Jersey. Using an open, competitive flexible procedure, the procurement process involves multiple assessment stages, including compliance checks, exclusion grounds, and dialogue stages.

The PROVISION OF Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme 2026-2029

Description: Cheshire East Council is seeking to commission a number of providers to deliver face to face school holiday activities for young people in Cheshire East. The holiday activities and food (HAF) programme is a 'Department for Education' (DfE) initiative enabling local authorities to coordinate a programme that provides school age young people between the ages of 4 - 16, and up to age 18 for eligible SEND young people, with healthy food and enriching activities during the summer and winter holidays. These school holiday activities provide young people with: * positive and safe things to do and places to go * the opportunity to spend time with friends, to develop personally and socially, and reduce isolation * the chance to undertake new activities and have new experiences Cheshire (read more...)

Summary: Cheshire East Council is inviting bids for the provision of the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme, set to run from April 2026 to March 2029, with procurement active under the open procedure method. This initiative, supported by the Department for Education, focuses on delivering engaging school holiday activities combined with nutritional support for young people aged 4-16, expanding to 18 for those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) within Cheshire East. The tender, divided into two lots—general HAF provision and specialist support including SEND and teenager-specific opportunities—falls under industry categories such as children's holiday-camp services and social work services without accommodation. Key dates include an enquiry period ending on 19th December 2025 and a tender submission deadline of 9th January 2026. The awarding phase is scheduled to conclude by 10th February 2026, with services commencing on 1st April 2026.

Fresh Food & Food to Go Framework

Description: A Framework Agreement for the procurement of of Fresh Food and Food to Go Products. This will include but not limited to: 1. Fresh Dairy and Bakery 2. Fresh Meat & Poultry 3. Fresh Produce 4. Meat Free Alternatives 5. Food to Go - Patient Feeding Solutions 6. Food to Go - Cafe Retail Feeding Concepts 7. Food to Go Retail Concepts Note: For future tenders the following requirements will apply: * Micron2 Food Safety Accreditation * Modern Slavery: Tenderers that have an annual turnover of at least PS36 million must provide a link to their modern slavery statement on their website * Modern Slavery Assessment Tool (MSAT): Tenderers must have a score of 41% or above within 12 months of the Tender Close Date via https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/ * (read more...)

Summary: SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED, based in London, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Fresh Food & Food to Go Framework" aimed at the goods category, specifically focusing on food and related products. The process is in the early stages with a Request for Information (RFI) issued from 26th November 2025 to 31st December 2025, followed by engagement meetings scheduled for January to February 2026. This process is part of the preliminary market engagement to identify potential suppliers capable of delivering fresh food and food to go products across various regions in the UK including opportunities for regional SMEs and VCSEs. The procurement is designed as a framework agreement, with the potential start of contracts beginning in January 2027.