Tender

Supply and Distribution of Catering Disposables, Kitchen Chemicals, Allergen Labelling and Associated Products (DIPCHEM) 2024

  • Tuco Ltd

F02: Contract notice

Notice identifier: 2024/S 000-021318

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-047cc2

Published 11 July 2024, 5:47pm



Section one: Contracting authority

one.1) Name and addresses

Tuco Ltd

Mitchell Charlesworth, 3rd Floor, 44 Peter Street,

Manchester

M2 5GP

Contact

Natalie Phillips

Email

info@tuco.ac.uk

Telephone

+44 7399487448

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

UK - United Kingdom

Internet address(es)

Main address

https://www.tuco.ac.uk/

Buyer's address

https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home

one.3) Communication

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

https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home

Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address

Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via

https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home

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

Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at

https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home

one.4) Type of the contracting authority

Body governed by public law

one.5) Main activity

Education


Section two: Object

two.1) Scope of the procurement

two.1.1) Title

Supply and Distribution of Catering Disposables, Kitchen Chemicals, Allergen Labelling and Associated Products (DIPCHEM) 2024

Reference number

CAT11070-TU

two.1.2) Main CPV code

  • 39222100 - Disposable catering supplies

two.1.3) Type of contract

Supplies

two.1.4) Short description

The purpose of this framework contract is for the Supply and Distribution of Catering Disposable Products, Kitchen Chemicals, Allergen Labelling and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO. This Agreement is open to current and future member Institutions an affiliated Public Sector bodies. The scope of products to be covered in the framework are as follows but not limited to Catering Disposable Products, Kitchen Chemicals, Light Cleaning Accessories, Allergen Labelling and Associated Products. This will be an open procedure and ALL questions and documents will need to be completed and uploaded within the timescale given. Please ensure all relevant documents are completed and uploaded to InTend by the deadline stated in the tender documents. The framework agreement will be for 2 years plus the option to extend by 2 x 12 months. The contract start date is anticipated to be 1st October 2024 though this may change depending on the time to complete evaluations of submissions

two.1.5) Estimated total value

Value excluding VAT: £48,000,000

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

Lot 1 Catering Disposable Products

Lot No

1

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 39222100 - Disposable catering supplies

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UK - United Kingdom

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

Disposable food packaging comprises of disposable items often found in fast food restaurants, takeout restaurants and kiosks, and catering establishments. Food serving items for picnics and parties are very similar. Typical disposable foodservice products are catering foil, cling film, catering gloves, takeaway food containers, plates, bowls, cups, utensils, doilies and tray papers.

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: £19,000,000

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

Anticipated contract start date is 1st October 2024 with option to extend by 2 x 1-year extensions up until 30.09.2028. This will be subject to performance.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

two.2.14) Additional information

Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Lot 2 Reusable Alternatives to Takeout Disposables (with branding options)

Lot No

2

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 39222100 - Disposable catering supplies

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UK - United Kingdom

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

This Lot focuses on the supply and distribution of sustainable (reusable / To-Go) alternatives to disposables cups and food packaging, which will reduce the use of single use cups and boxes and promote Use & Return schemes. TUCO members continue to seek environmentally friendly alternatives such as a keep cup scheme whereby the cups and packaging are sold to and reused by students and staff attracting a discount off drinks, food purchases made on campus or at outlets.

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: £250,000

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

Anticipated contract start date is 1st October 2024 with option to extend by 2 x 1-year extensions up until 30.09.2028. This will be subject to performance.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

two.2.14) Additional information

Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Lot 3 Kitchen Chemicals and Light Cleaning Accessories

Lot No

3

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 39800000 - Cleaning and polishing products
  • 39525800 - Cleaning cloths
  • 39830000 - Cleaning products

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UK - United Kingdom

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

To supply kitchen catering cleaning products and light cleaning accessories used to disinfect, remove dirt, including dust, stains, bad smells, etc. within a catering environment. Cleaning agents used within catering outlets in the public sector.

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: £10,000,000

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

Anticipated contract start date is 1st October 2024 with option to extend by 2 x 1-year extensions up until 30.09.2028. This will be subject to performance.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

two.2.14) Additional information

Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Lot 4 Food Labels and Allergen Labelling Printer Systems

Lot No

4

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 30192800 - Self-adhesive labels
  • 30199760 - Labels
  • 30179000 - Label dispensers

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UK - United Kingdom

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

To supply food and allergen Labels, and labelling printing systems as per the Food and Allergen Labelling Legislation required when labelling food in a catering environment.

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: £300,000

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

Anticipated contract start date is 1st October 2024 with option to extend by 2 x 1-year extensions up until 30.09.2028. This will be subject to performance.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

two.2.14) Additional information

Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home

two.2) Description

two.2.1) Title

Lot 5 All Categories - One Stop Shop

Lot No

5

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 98341130 - Janitorial services
  • 39525800 - Cleaning cloths
  • 39222100 - Disposable catering supplies
  • 39800000 - Cleaning and polishing products
  • 30199760 - Labels
  • 30192800 - Self-adhesive labels
  • 39830000 - Cleaning products
  • 30179000 - Label dispensers

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UK - United Kingdom

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

The one stop shop Lot has been added for providers that are able to offer the majority of products across all Lots. Successful suppliers across Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 will be eligible for Lot 5.

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: £18,450,000

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

Anticipated contract start date is 1st October 2024 with option to extend by 2 x 1-year extensions up until 30.09.2028. This will be subject to performance.

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

two.2.14) Additional information

Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home


Section three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information

three.1) Conditions for participation

three.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers

List and brief description of conditions

See Tender Documents

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

three.2) Conditions related to the contract

three.2.2) Contract performance conditions

See Tender 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

Envisaged maximum number of participants to the framework agreement: 20

In the case of framework agreements, provide justification for any duration exceeding 4 years:

It will not exceed 4 years

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

Date

19 August 2024

Local time

12:00pm

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

English

four.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders

Date

19 August 2024

Local time

1:00pm

Place

Securely via Intend portal


Section six. Complementary information

six.1) Information about recurrence

This is a recurrent procurement: Yes

Estimated timing for further notices to be published: Estimated timing for further notices to be published: 40 to 48 months

six.3) Additional information

This contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. Tender will be carried out using e-Procurement software InTend. If you wish to register your interest in this procurement, please register on the following web site https://intendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/HomeThe tender will follow the Open Procedure. Details on this process can be viewed within the tender documents. The Agreement will be awarded based on MEAT (Most Economically Advantageous Tender). Permissible users of this Agreement include: TUCO Member and Associate Member Authorities further details of which can be found via: (https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs)TUCO permissible users are: Local authority councils: England Scotland and Wales Local Councils; Northern Ireland Local Councils; Conwy CBC; Denbighshire CC; Flintshire CC; Wrexham CBC; Sefton Council; Halton BC; Cheshire West and Chester Council, ;South Ribble Borough Council; Liverpool City Council; Wirral BC; Rochdale MBC; Northumberland CC; any other Local Authorities Educational establishments; Schools in England; Schools in Wales; Educational Establishments in England and Wales; Schools in Scotland; Educational Establishments in Scotland; Schools and Educational Establishments in Northern Ireland; England Scotland and Wales Higher Education; Northern Ireland Higher Education; Education Trusts Police, fire and rescue, maritime and coastguard agency emergency services:; UK Police Forces; England Fire and Rescue Services; Scotland Fire and Rescue Services; Wales Fire and Rescue Services; Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Services; UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency NHS bodies, the HSC (Northern Ireland) and ambulance services: England NHS; Scotland NHS; Wales NHS; Northern Ireland HSC; England Ambulance Service; Scotland Ambulance Service; Wales Ambulance Service; Northern Ireland Ambulance Service; Local Authorities; Research Councils www.rcuk.ac.uk (https://www.rcuk.ac.uk)NHS Trusts Central government departments and their agencies: England / UK Central Government Scotland Government; Wales Government; Northern Ireland Government; Registered charities: England and Wales Registered Charities; Scotland Registered Charities; Northern Ireland Registered Charities; Hospice Quality Partnership; Registered social landlords: government funded, not-for-profit organisations that provide affordable housing. They include housing associations, trusts and cooperatives. England Social Landlords; Scotland Social Landlords; Wales Social Landlords; Northern Ireland Social Landlords. 700 plus current members of Procurement for Housing (PfH) and any future members, details of current membership for PfH can befound here;http://www.procurementforhousing.co.uk/membership/membership_list.Please (http://www.procurementforhousing.co.uk/membership/membership_list.Please)refer to the following websites for a full list of RSL`s http://www.tenantservicesauthority.org/ (http://www.tenantservicesauthority.org/)http: NUSSLhttp://www.ukmsl.com/client/nusconnect/The member organisations above are located throughout the UK, including England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Public sector buying organisations:http://www.hefce.ac.uk/unicoll/http://www.tuco.org/buy/clientsSUPC members seehttp://supc.procureweb.ac.uk/aboutsupc-members; APUC members see http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk/home.htm (http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk/home.htm);NWUPC members see www.nwupc.ac.uk (https://www.nwupc.ac.uk); NEUPC members see http://neupg.procureweb.ac.uk/ (http://neupg.procureweb.ac.uk/);HEPCW members see http://hepcw.procureweb.ac.uk/; LUPC members see http://www.lupc.ac.uk/Academies; Further Education FE colleges and FE colleges via Crescent Purchasing Consortium (currently 170 colleges throughout the UK) any other member of CPC Other organisations. All Contracting Authorities as defined in Regul

six.4) Procedures for review

six.4.1) Review body

TUCO Ltd

Mitchell Charlesworth, 3rd Floor, 44 St Peter Street Manchester M2 5GP

Manchester

M2 5GP

Email

info@tuco.ac.uk

Telephone

+44 1617133420

Country

United Kingdom

Internet address

http://www.tuco.ac.uk

six.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures

TUCO Ltd

Mitchell Charlesworth, 3rd Floor, 44 St Peter Street Manchester M2 5GP

Manchester

M2 5GP

Email

info@tuco.ac.uk

Telephone

+44 1617133420

Country

United Kingdom

Internet address

http://www.tuco.ac.uk