- Lot LOT-0001. Milk & Dairy products for HE/FE members
- Lot LOT-0002. Milk & Dairy products for LA’s/wider public sector
- Lot LOT-0003. Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members
- Lot LOT-0004. Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for LA’s/wider public sector
- Lot LOT-0005. Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members
- Lot LOT-0006. Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for LA’s/wider public sector
- Lot LOT-0007. One stop shop option for LA’s/wider public sector
Scope
Reference
CAT11078-TU
Description
The purpose of this planned procurement is to establish a (closed) framework for the supply and distribution of Milk, Dairy, Bread (fresh and frozen) and a selection of baked goods (fresh and frozen) to members and clients of TUCO (Universities, Colleges and the wider Public Sector).
The duration of this (closed) framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years.
The annual spend through the (closed) Framework is estimated at £3.5m
The total spend through the (closed) framework (over the maximum 4 years) is estimated at £20m
The scope of products to be covered in the framework are as follows but not limited to:
Milk - all variants including dairy alternatives.
Dairy - including creams, butter and spreads. Cheese, yoghurts and eggs. Dairy alternatives where available.
Bread (fresh & frozen) - all variants of loaves and rolls including gluten free and free from.
Baked goods (fresh & frozen) - cakes, pastries, confectionery and traybakes. Low sugar/free from alternatives where available.
It is envisaged that suppliers will be able to cover the full scope of products for each lot. The framework includes the option of a one-stop shop for the supply of fresh milk & bread to Local Authorities.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £20,000,000 excluding VAT
- £24,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2028
- Possible extension to 1 May 2030
- 4 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
The initial duration of the Framework is 2 years, with the option to extend annually (+1 + 1 years) until 30/04/2030
Main procurement category
Goods
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Lot constraints
Description of how multiple lots may be awarded:
Supplier can be awarded to any combination of the 7 lots
Not the same for all lots
CPV classifications are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0001. Milk & Dairy products for HE/FE members
Description
This Lot covers the supply of fresh milk and dairy to HE/FE members of TUCO and includes all variants of milks, creams, butter and spreads. Cheese, yoghurts and eggs including dairy alternatives.
Lot value (estimated)
- £20,000,000 excluding VAT
- £24,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 15511000 - Milk
- 15510000 - Milk and cream
- 15511100 - Pasteurised milk
- 15511300 - Skimmed milk
- 15511400 - Semi-skimmed milk
- 15511500 - Full-cream milk
- 15551000 - Yoghurt and other fermented milk products
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0002. Milk & Dairy products for LA's/wider public sector
Description
This Lot covers the supply of fresh milk and dairy to Local Authorities and other members of TUCO and includes all variants of milks, creams, butter/spreads, cheese, yoghurts and eggs which must be school food standards compliant. Some dairy alternatives.
Lot value (estimated)
- £20,000,000 excluding VAT
- £24,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 15511000 - Milk
- 15510000 - Milk and cream
- 15511100 - Pasteurised milk
- 15511300 - Skimmed milk
- 15511400 - Semi-skimmed milk
- 15511500 - Full-cream milk
- 15551000 - Yoghurt and other fermented milk products
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0003. Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members
Description
This Lot covers the supply of fresh bread and baked goods to HE/FE members of TUCO and includes all variants of loaves, rolls, teacakes, pastries, confectionery, pastries and traybakes. Gluten free and free from alternatives.
Lot value (estimated)
- £20,000,000 excluding VAT
- £24,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 15811100 - Bread
- 15810000 - Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes
- 15811500 - Prepared bread products
- 15812100 - Pastry goods
- 15821000 - Toasted bread products and pastry goods
- 15812000 - Pastry goods and cakes
- 15811000 - Bread products
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0004. Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector
Description
This Lot covers the supply of fresh bread and baked goods to Local Authorities and other members of TUCO and includes all variants of loaves, rolls, teacakes, pastries, confectionery, pastries and traybakes which must be school food standards compliant. Gluten free and free from alternatives.
Lot value (estimated)
- £20,000,000 excluding VAT
- £24,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 15811100 - Bread
- 15811000 - Bread products
- 15810000 - Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes
- 15811500 - Prepared bread products
- 15821000 - Toasted bread products and pastry goods
- 15812000 - Pastry goods and cakes
- 15812100 - Pastry goods
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0005. Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members
Description
This Lot covers the supply of frozen bread and baked goods to HE/FE members of TUCO and includes all variants of loaves, rolls, teacakes, pastries, confectionery, pastries and traybakes. Gluten free and free from alternatives.
Lot value (estimated)
- £20,000,000 excluding VAT
- £24,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 15811100 - Bread
- 15811000 - Bread products
- 15810000 - Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes
- 15811500 - Prepared bread products
- 15821000 - Toasted bread products and pastry goods
- 15812000 - Pastry goods and cakes
- 15812100 - Pastry goods
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0006. Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector
Description
This Lot covers the supply of frozen bread and baked goods to Local Authorities and other members of TUCO and includes all variants of loaves, rolls, teacakes, pastries, confectionery, pastries and traybakes which must be school food standards compliant. Gluten free and free from alternatives.
Lot value (estimated)
- £20,000,000 excluding VAT
- £24,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 15811100 - Bread
- 15811000 - Bread products
- 15810000 - Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes
- 15811500 - Prepared bread products
- 15821000 - Toasted bread products and pastry goods
- 15812100 - Pastry goods
- 15812000 - Pastry goods and cakes
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0007. One stop shop option for LA's/wider public sector
Description
This Lot covers the supply of fresh milk and bread to Local Authorities and other members of TUCO and includes all variants of milks, creams, butter/spreads, cheese, yoghurts and eggs and dairy alternatives; loaves, rolls, teacakes, pastries, confectionery, pastries and traybakes which must be school food standards compliant. Gluten free and free from alternatives.
Lot value (estimated)
- £20,000,000 excluding VAT
- £24,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 15511000 - Milk
- 15510000 - Milk and cream
- 15511100 - Pasteurised milk
- 15511300 - Skimmed milk
- 15511400 - Semi-skimmed milk
- 15511500 - Full-cream milk
- 15551000 - Yoghurt and other fermented milk products
- 15811100 - Bread
- 15811000 - Bread products
- 15810000 - Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes
- 15811500 - Prepared bread products
- 15821000 - Toasted bread products and pastry goods
- 15812000 - Pastry goods and cakes
- 15812100 - Pastry goods
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
1.35%
Framework operation description
Refer to the tender documents which are available on https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Members of the following purchasing organisations: 1. The University Caterers Organisation Limited (TUCO): https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs 2. North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium (NEUPC) 3. Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC) 4. Higher Education Purchasing Consortium Wales (HEPCW) 5. London Universities Purchasing Consortium (LUPC) 6. North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC) 7. Southern Universities Procurement Consortium (SUPC) 8. Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) 9. Local authorities 10.Central Government departments and their agencies 11. Police, fire and rescue, maritime and coastguard agency emergency services 12.NHS bodies, the HSC (Northern Ireland) and ambulance services 13. Schools, Educational establishments and Higher Education in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland For full details refer to Appendix Q - Framework Permissible Users for details of contracting authorities that may use the Framework
Contracting authority location restrictions
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Lot LOT-0001. Milk & Dairy products for HE/FE members
Lot LOT-0002. Milk & Dairy products for LA's/wider public sector
Lot LOT-0003. Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members
Lot LOT-0004. Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector
Lot LOT-0005. Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members
Lot LOT-0006. Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector
Lot LOT-0007. One stop shop option for LA's/wider public sector
Refer to the tender documents which are available on https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot LOT-0001. Milk & Dairy products for HE/FE members
Lot LOT-0002. Milk & Dairy products for LA's/wider public sector
Lot LOT-0003. Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members
Lot LOT-0004. Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector
Lot LOT-0005. Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members
Lot LOT-0006. Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector
Lot LOT-0007. One stop shop option for LA's/wider public sector
Refer to the tender documents which are available on https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home
Particular suitability
Lot LOT-0001. Milk & Dairy products for HE/FE members
Lot LOT-0002. Milk & Dairy products for LA's/wider public sector
Lot LOT-0003. Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members
Lot LOT-0004. Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector
Lot LOT-0005. Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members
Lot LOT-0006. Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector
Lot LOT-0007. One stop shop option for LA's/wider public sector
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
27 February 2026, 3:00pm
Tender submission deadline
6 March 2026, 3:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
7 April 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 4 February 2030
Award criteria
Lot LOT-0001. Milk & Dairy products for HE/FE members
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Milk & Dairy products for HE/FE members | Price | 50% |
| Milk & Dairy products for HE/FE members | Quality | 50% |
Lot LOT-0002. Milk & Dairy products for LA's/wider public sector
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Milk & Dairy products for LA's/wider public sector | Price | 50% |
| Milk & Dairy products for LA's/wider public sector | Quality | 50% |
Lot LOT-0003. Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members | Price | 50% |
| Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members | Quality | 50% |
Lot LOT-0004. Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector | Price | 50% |
| Fresh Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector | Quality | 50% |
Lot LOT-0005. Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members | Price | 60% |
| Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for HE/FE members | Quality | 40% |
Lot LOT-0006. Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector | Price | 60% |
| Frozen Bread & Baked Goods for LA's/wider public sector | Quality | 40% |
Lot LOT-0007. One stop shop option for LA's/wider public sector
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| One stop shop option for LA's/wider public sector | Price | 50% |
| One stop shop option for LA's/wider public sector | Quality | 50% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
Appendix Q -TUCO Framework Permissible Users.docx
Complete set of tender documents are available through the web address https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home
Contracting authority
THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED
- Companies House: 06124779
Mitchell Charlesworth
Manchester
M2 5GP
United Kingdom
Email: info@tuco.ac.uk
Website: http://www.tuco.ac.uk
Region: UKD33 - Manchester
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government