CORE Food Framework Cymru (Collaborative Open Resource & Engagement)
Description: Caerphilly County Borough Council, acting on behalf of the Welsh Collaborative Food Group, intends to establish a multi-supplier open framework agreement for the provision of food, beverages and associated products to public sector bodies throughout Wales. The framework is being developed to provide a compliant and flexible route to market for a wide range of participating organisations, including local authorities, schools, education establishments, social care settings and other eligible public sector bodies. The proposed framework will be structured using a combination of geographical areas and product categories to support participation from national, regional and local suppliers, including SMEs. The intention is to create a competitive marketplace that supports resilient supply chains, increased supplier choice, simplified procurement processes and opportunities for Welsh businesses. The framework is expected to cover (read more...)
Summary: Caerphilly County Borough Council is acting for the Welsh Collaborative Food Group to establish a multi-supplier open framework for food, beverages and associated products. It is intended for local authorities, schools, education establishments, social care settings and other eligible public sector bodies across Wales. The scope includes ambient, chilled and frozen foods; fruit and vegetables; meat, fish and dairy products; bakery goods; beverages; snacks; vending products; oils and fats; grain-mill products; and non-food catering items. The framework is planned to use geographical areas and product categories to accommodate national, regional and local suppliers, including SMEs. Deliveries will be made throughout Wales, with participating organisations using the framework as a compliant and flexible route to market.