Tender

The Supply and Delivery of Food and Drink Products to Lancashire County Council

  • Lancashire County Council

F02: Contract notice

Notice identifier: 2025/S 000-003927

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-04dc1e

Published 6 February 2025, 11:07am



The closing date and time has been changed to:

18 March 2025, 12:00pm

See the change notice.

Section one: Contracting authority

one.1) Name and addresses

Lancashire County Council

Fishergate

Preston

PR18XJ

Contact

LCC Corporate

Email

contractscorporate@lancashire.gov.uk

Telephone

+44 1772539403

Country

United Kingdom

Region code

UKD4 - Lancashire

Justification for not providing organisation identifier

Not on any register

Internet address(es)

Main address

http://www.lancashire.gov.uk

one.3) Communication

The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at

https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/isupplier/

Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address

Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via

https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/isupplier/

Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted to the above-mentioned address

one.4) Type of the contracting authority

Regional or local authority

one.5) Main activity

General public services


Section two: Object

two.1) Scope of the procurement

two.1.1) Title

The Supply and Delivery of Food and Drink Products to Lancashire County Council

Reference number

CR/CORP/LCC/24/205

two.1.2) Main CPV code

  • 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

two.1.3) Type of contract

Supplies

two.1.4) Short description

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT to secure a multi-lotted supplier framework for the supply of food and drink products, including fresh provisions fresh meat, groceries, frozen food products, fresh baked products and soft drinks/snacks.

The Framework is separated into twenty-three (23) lots and the requirements are as follows.

The required goods for Lots 1 to 21 are to be supplied and delivered into the Authority's appointed distributor, Ralph Livesey Ltd whose distribution hub addresses are:

Fresh Food Distribution Hub,

Unit 72B, Roman Way,

Off Longridge Road,

Preston,

PR2 5BE

And

Unit 7

Green Acre Park

Howard Street

Bolton

BL1 8HN

Deliveries of the products supplied by the successful supplier(s) for Lots 1 to 21 will then be made by the Distributor to over 500 units county-wide. The majority of these units are educational establishments (Primary and High Schools / Colleges) but to also the Authority's Residential Care Sites.

Lots 22 and 23 are to be supplied and directly delivered to the Authority's customers.

Lot 22 is for the supply and delivery of fresh bread, morning goods and sweet baked products to approximately 500 units including schools, colleges and residential care homes.

Lot 23 is for the the supply and delivery of soft drinks, crisps and confectionery products to over 70 units, including high schools, care homes and Authority corporate sites.

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.1.5) Estimated total value

Value excluding VAT: £50,344,000

two.1.6) Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: Yes

Tenders may be submitted for all lots

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Fresh Cheese

Lot No

1

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15540000 - Cheese products

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of fresh cheese products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £809,000 to £970,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£3,236,000 to £3,883,200 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £161,800 per annum (£647,200 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £4,530,400

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Fresh Milk

Lot No

2

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15511000 - Milk

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of fresh milk products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £457,000 to £548,400 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,828,000 to £2,193,600 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £91,400 per annum (£365,600 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £2,559,200

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Free Range Eggs

Lot No

3

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 03142500 - Eggs

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of free range eggs into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £199,000 to £238,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£796,000 to £955,200 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £39,800 per annum (£159,200 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £1,114,400

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Yoghurt

Lot No

4

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15551300 - Yoghurt

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of fresh yoghurt products into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £108,000 to £129,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£432,000 to £518,400 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £21,600 per annum (£86,400 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £604,800

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Cooked Meats

Lot No

5

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15110000 - Meat

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of fresh cooked meat products into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £670,000 to £804,000 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£2,680,000 to £3,216,000 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £134,000 per annum (£536,000 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £3,752,000

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Sandwich Fillings

Lot No

6

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15894600 - Sandwich fillings

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of fresh sandwich fillings into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £7,000 to £8,400 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£28,000 to £33,600 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £1,400 per annum (£5,600 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £39,200

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Cooking Oils & Bulk Margarine

Lot No

7

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15411200 - Cooking oil

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of cooking oils and bulk margarine into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £205,000 to £246,000 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£820,000 to £984,000 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £41,000 per annum (£164,000 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £1,148,000

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Fresh Non-Halal Meat

Lot No

8

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15110000 - Meat

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of fresh meat products into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £552,000 to £662,400 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£2,208,000 to £2,649,600 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £110,400 per annum (£441,600 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £3,091,200

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Tinned Tuna

Lot No

9

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15241400 - Canned tuna

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of tinned tuna products into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £148,000 to £177,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£592,000 to £710,400 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £29,600 per annum (£118,400 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £828,800

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Tinned Beans

Lot No

10

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 03221210 - Beans

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of tinned beans (including baked beans) into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £187,000 to £224,400 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£748,000 to £897,600 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £37,400 per annum (£149,600 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £1,047,200

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Chopped Tomatoes, Tomato Based Sauces and Purees

Lot No

11

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15331423 - Canned tomatoes

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of tinned tomatoes, tomato based sauces, ketchups and tomato purees into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £383,000 to £459,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,532,000 to £1,838,400 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £76,600 per annum (£306,400 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £2,144,800

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Pasta, Rice, Flour and Baking Mixes

Lot No

12

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15893000 - Dry goods

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of pasta, rice, flour and baking mixes into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £481,000 to £577,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,924,000 to £2,308,800 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £96,200 per annum (£384,800 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £2,693,600

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Butter, Spreads & Margarine

Lot No

13

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15530000 - Butter

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of butter, spreads and margarine into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £76,000 to £91,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£304,000 to £364,800 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £15,200 per annum (£60,800 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £425,600

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Sugar and Golden Syrup

Lot No

14

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15830000 - Sugar and related products

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of sugar and golden syrup products into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £143,000 to £171,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£572,000 to £686,400 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £28,600 per annum (£114,400 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £800,800

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Water and Juices

Lot No

15

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15982000 - Soft drinks

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of water and juices into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £31,000 to £37,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£124,000 to £148,800 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £6,200 per annum (£24,800 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £173,600

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Gravy and Cooking Stock Products

Lot No

16

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15893300 - Gravy mixes

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of gravy mixes and cooking stocks into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £59,000 to £70,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£236,000 to £283,200 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £11,800 per annum (£47,200 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £330,400

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Jelly Crystals

Lot No

17

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15893200 - Dessert mixes

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of jelly crystal products into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £113,000 to £135,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£452,000 to £542,400 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £22,600 per annum (£90,400 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £632,800

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Groceries (Miscellaneous)

Lot No

18

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of miscellaneous grocery products and some additional non-food kitchen products into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £790,000 to £948,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£3,160,000 to £3,792,200 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £158,000 per annum (£632,000 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £4,424,000

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Frozen Vegetable, Frozen Chips and Frozen Potato Products

Lot No

19

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15331170 - Frozen vegetables

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of frozen, vegetable / potato products and frozen chips into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £358,000 to £429,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,432,000 to £1,718,400 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £71,600 per annum (£286,400 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £2,004,800

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Frozen Fish Products

Lot No

20

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15229000 - Frozen fish products

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of frozen fish products into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £419,000 to £502,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,676,000 to £2,011,200 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £83,800 per annum (£335,200 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £2,346,400

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Frozen Food Miscellaneous

Lot No

21

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of miscellaneous frozen food products into the Authority's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £1,200,000 to £1,440,000 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£4,800,000 to £5,760,000 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £240,000 per annum (£960,000 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £6,720,000

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot into the appointed distributor at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

The successful supplier MUST be willing to work with the appointed distributor, or any replacement distributor, that is contracted by the Authority throughout the duration of the framework agreement.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Fresh Bread and Fresh Baked Products

Lot No

22

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15810000 - Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply and direct delivery of fresh bread, morning goods and sweet baked products to approximately 500 units including schools, colleges, and residential care homes, across Lancashire.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £1,040,000 to £1,248,000 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£4,160,000 to £4,992,000 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £208,000 per annum (£832,000 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £5,824,000

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot to all required Authority sites at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Soft Drinks, Crisps and Confectionery

Lot No

23

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 15982000 - Soft drinks

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKD4 - Lancashire

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply and direct delivery of soft drinks, crisps and confectionery products to approximately 60 units including high schools, colleges, residential care homes and Authority corporate sites, across Lancashire.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 2 years, with the Authority having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 24 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £555,000 to £666,000 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£2,220,000 to £2,664,000 over 4 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £111,000 per annum (£444,000 maximum over 4 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.

Tenderers should note, the value of the whole framework may fluctuate, and annual/total value is not guaranteed.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £3,108,000

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

48

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years. At either the end of the initial Framework term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, exercise the option to extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 4 years.

two.2.14) Additional information

Tenderers must have the capability to deliver all products listed in the relevant lot to all required Authority sites at the frequency requested in the tender documentation.


Section three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information

three.1) Conditions for participation

three.1.2) Economic and financial standing

Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents

three.1.3) Technical and professional ability

Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents


Section four. Procedure

four.1) Description

four.1.1) Type of procedure

Open procedure

four.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system

The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement

Framework agreement with several operators

four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes

four.2) Administrative information

four.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate

Originally published as:

Date

11 March 2025

Local time

12:00pm

Changed to:

Date

18 March 2025

Local time

12:00pm

See the change notice.

four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted

English

four.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender

Duration in months: 6 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)

four.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders

Date

11 March 2025

Local time

1:00pm


Section six. Complementary information

six.1) Information about recurrence

This is a recurrent procurement: Yes

Estimated timing for further notices to be published: The initial framework term is 2 years, the Authority may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework does not exceed 48 months. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

six.3) Additional information

Lancashire County Council wishes to establish this framework (where the successful tenderer's capacity and capability permits) accessible for use by other public sector bodies (all stated lots) including:

• Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council,

• Blackpool Borough Council,

• Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council,

• Bury Metropolitan Borough Council,

• Cheshire East County Council,

• Cheshire West and Chester Council,

• Halton Borough Council,

• Knowsley Metropolitan Council,

• Lancaster City Council,

• Manchester City Council,

• Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council,

• Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council,

• Salford City Council,

• Sefton Council,

• St Helens Council,

• Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council,

• Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council,

• Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council,

• West Lancashire Borough Council,

• Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council,

• Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire

• Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service.

The tender documents are available on Lancashire County Council's electronic tendering site. https:// www.lancashire.gov.uk/iSupplier/ Use of this system does not require high specification IT equipment or connections, nor high level personal IT skills/capabilities. Access to the system/software and advice is free of charge.

Please note: tenderers are advised to allow plenty of time for registration and to do this as early as possible during the tender period.

Registration is necessary in order to view the tender details and obtain tender documentation. The Negotiation(Request For Quote) number (tender reference number for online tendering system) is LCC43108.

Lancashire County Council will also be hosting an online Tenderer's Information Meeting to support the publication of the tender, that will take place between 10am and 12pm on Monday 17th February 2025. If your organisation wishes to attend this meeting, please contact contractscorporate@lancashire.gov.uk by no later than 4pm on the 14th February 2025. Please confirm your organisation's name and who will be representing your organisation (name and status), in the email.

six.4) Procedures for review

six.4.1) Review body

Royal Courts of Justice

The High Court

London

WC2A 2LL

Country

United Kingdom

Internet address

https://www.find-court-tribunal.service.gov.uk/courts/royal-courts-of-justice

six.4.4) Service from which information about the review procedure may be obtained

Lancashire County Council

County Hall

Preston

PR1 8XJ

Country

United Kingdom