Scope
Description
A direct order of premium German beers and beverages
for the Bedford Corn Exchange Beer Festival (23-25 May 2025). Products include:
Alcohol-free, export, and seasonal craft German beers (e.g., Paulaner, Augustiner, Schneider, Hofbrau).
Various styles and ABVs including Weissbier, Rauchbier, Kolsch, Dunkel, and Bock.
Sourced from a specialist supplier with exclusive access to authentic imports.
Includes deposit for bottles and crates.
These items are essential for event authenticity and are not readily available through standard procurement routes.
Contract 1. order of premium German beers and beverages for the Bedford Corn Exchange Beer Festival
Supplier
Contract value
- £30,000 excluding VAT
- £36,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
22 April 2025
Contract dates
- 23 April 2025 to 23 April 2028
- 3 years, 1 day
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 15961000 - Beer
- 15980000 - Non-alcoholic beverages
Contract locations
- UKH24 - Bedford
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - without competition
Supplier
Cave Direct Limited
Unit B10 Larkfield Trading Estate, New Hythe Lane,
Larkfield, Kent,
ME20 6SW
United Kingdom
Email: mikej@cavedirect.com
Region: UKJ46 - West Kent
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. order of premium German beers and beverages for the Bedford Corn Exchange Beer Festival
Contracting authority
Bedford Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLCV-4616-VTHL
Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street
Bedford
MK42 9AP
United Kingdom
Region: UKH24 - Bedford
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government