Tender

The Supply of Food and Drink Products to Lancashire County Council

• Lancashire County Council

F02: Contract notice

Notice identifier: 2023/S 000-010075

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-03bd1a

Published 6 April 2023, 9:44am

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Section I: Contracting authority

I.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

I.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/

I.4) Type of the contracting authority

Regional or local authority

I.5) Main activity

General public services

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Section II: Object

II.1) Scope of the procurement

II.1.1) Title

The Supply of Food and Drink Products to Lancashire County Council

Reference number

CR/CORP/LCC/23/204

II.1.2) Main CPV code

• 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

II.1.3) Type of contract

Supplies

II.1.4) Short description

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT to secure a multi-lotted framework agreement for the provision of fresh provisions, fresh meat, groceries and frozen food products into the county council's appointed distributor, Ralph Livesey Ltd, whose distribution hub address is:

Ralph Livesey Ltd,

Fresh Food Distribution Hub,

Unit 72B, Roman Way,

Off Longridge Road,

Preston,

PR2 5B.

Deliveries of products supplied will then be made by Ralph Livesey Ltd to over 500 units county-wide. The majority of these units are educational establishments (Primary and High Schools/Colleges).

II.1.5) Estimated total value

Value excluding VAT: £20,174,000

II.1.6) Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: Yes

Tenders may be submitted for all lots

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Fresh Cheese

Lot No

1

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15540000 - Cheese products

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (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 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £821,000 to £985,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,642,000 to £1 ,970,400 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £164,200 per annum (£328,400 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £2,298,800

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Fresh Milk

Lot No

2

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15511000 - Milk

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (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 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £526,000 to £631,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,052,000 to £1,262,400 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £105,200 per annum (£210,400 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £1,472,800

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Free Range Eggs

Lot No

3

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 03142500 - Eggs

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (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 county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £96,000 to £115,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£192,000 to £230,400 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £19,200 per annum (£38,400 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £268,800

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Yoghurt

Lot No

4

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15551300 - Yoghurt

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

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

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £108,000 to £129,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£216,000 to £259,200 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £21,600 per annum (£43,200 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £302,400

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Cooked Meats

Lot No

5

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15110000 - Meat

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (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 county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £622,000 to £746,400 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,244,000to £1,492,800 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £124,400 per annum (£248,800 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £1,741,600

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Sandwich Fillings

Lot No

6

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15894600 - Sandwich fillings

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (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 filling products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £24,000 to £28,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£48,000 to £57,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £4,800 per annum (£9,600 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £67,200

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Cooking Oils & Bulk Margarine

Lot No

7

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15411200 - Cooking oil

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (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 oil and bulk margarine products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £144,000 to £172,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£288,000 to £345,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £28,800 per annum (£57,600 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £403,200

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Fresh Meat

Lot No

8

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15110000 - Meat

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (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 county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £511,000 to £613,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,022,000 to £1,226,400 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £102,200 per annum (£204,400 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £1,430,800

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Tinned Tuna

Lot No

9

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15241400 - Canned tuna

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (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 county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £144,000 to £172,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£288,000 to £345,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £28,800 per annum (£57,600 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £403,200

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Baked Beans

Lot No

10

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15331411 - Baked beans

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

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

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £129,000 to £154,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£258,000 to £309,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £25,800 per annum (£51,600 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £361,200

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Chopped Tomatoes and Purees

Lot No

11

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15331423 - Canned tomatoes

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (Lancashire County Council) is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of canned tomatoes and puree products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £101,000 to £121,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£202,000 to £242,400 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £20,200 per annum (£40,400 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £282,800

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Bread Mixes, Gluten Free Cookie/Muffin Mixes and Organic Flour, Pasta and Rice Products to Lancashire County Council

Lot No

12

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15893000 - Dry goods

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (Lancashire County Council) is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of Bread Mixes, Gluten Free Cookie/Muffin Mixes and Organic Flour, Pasta and Rice products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £419,000 to £502,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£838,000 to £1,005,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £83,800 per annum (£167,600 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £1,173,200

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Butter and Spreads

Lot No

13

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15530000 - Butter

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (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 butter and spread products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £39,000 to £46,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£78,000 to £93,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £7,800 per annum (£15,600 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £109,200

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Frozen Vegetables and Potatoes

Lot No

14

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15331170 - Frozen vegetables

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (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 and potato products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £285,000 to £342,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£570,000 to £684,000 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £57,000 per annum (£114,000 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £798,000

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Frozen White Fish Products

Lot No

15

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15229000 - Frozen fish products

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (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 white fish products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £479,000 to £574,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£958,000 to £1,149,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £95,800 per annum (£191,600 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £1,341,200

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Frozen Food Products

Lot No

16

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

LCC (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 food products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £1,488,000 to £1,785,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£2,976,000 to £3,571,200 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £297,600 per annum (£595,200 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £4,166,400

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Groceries

Lot No

17

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

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

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £1,269,000 to £1,522,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£2,538,000 to £3,045,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £253,800 per annum (£507,600 maximum over 2 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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

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

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £3,553,200

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

Duration in months

24

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. 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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years.

II.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.

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Section III. Legal, economic, financial and technical information

III.1) Conditions for participation

III.1.2) Economic and financial standing

Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents

III.1.3) Technical and professional ability

Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents

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Section IV. Procedure

IV.1) Description

IV.1.1) Type of procedure

Open procedure

IV.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

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

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes

IV.2) Administrative information

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

Date

12 May 2023

Local time

11:00am

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

English

IV.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)

IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders

Date

12 May 2023

Local time

12:00pm

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Section VI. Complementary information

VI.1) Information about recurrence

This is a recurrent procurement: Yes

Estimated timing for further notices to be published: The initial framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 24 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.

VI.3) Additional information

LCC (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 LCC14878.

VI.4) Procedures for review

VI.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

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

Lancashire County Council

County Hall

Preston

PR1 8XJ

Country

United Kingdom