Contract

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

• Lancashire County Council

F03: Contract award notice

Notice identifier: 2025/S 000-050931

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-04dc1e (view related notices)

Published 22 August 2025, 2:49pm

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Section I: Contracting authority

I.1) Name and addresses

Lancashire County Council

County Hall

Preston

PR10LD

Contact

Chris Ridings

Email

christopher.ridings@lancashire.gov.uk

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.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 and Delivery of Food and Drink Products to Lancashire County Council

Reference number

CR/CORP/LCC/24/205

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 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.

II.1.6) Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: Yes

II.1.7) Total value of the procurement (excluding VAT)

Value excluding VAT: £50,344,000

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Techincal / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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 Non-Halal 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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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 Beans

Lot No

10

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 03221210 - Beans

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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, Tomato Based Sauces 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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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

Pasta, Rice, Flour and Baking Mixes

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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, Spreads & Margarine

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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

Sugar and Golden Syrup

Lot No

14

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15830000 - Sugar and related products

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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

Water and Juices

Lot No

15

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15982000 - Soft drinks

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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

Gravy and Cooking Stock Products

Lot No

16

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15893300 - Gravy mixes

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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

Jelly Crystals

Lot No

17

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15893200 - Dessert mixes

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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 (Miscellaneous)

Lot No

18

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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 Vegetable, Frozen Chips and Frozen Potato Products

Lot No

19

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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 Fish Products

Lot No

20

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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 Miscellaneous

Lot No

21

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

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

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 Bread and Fresh Baked Products

Lot No

22

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15810000 - Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 30

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 50

II.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.

II.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.

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

Soft Drinks, Crisps and Confectionery

Lot No

23

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 15982000 - Soft drinks

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKD4 - Lancashire

II.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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion - Name: Product Testing / Weighting: 10

Price - Weighting: 60

II.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.

II.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.

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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

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.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure

Notice number: 2025/S 000-003927

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

1

Title

Fresh Cheese

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 2

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £4,530,400

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

2

Title

Milk

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 1

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £2,559,200

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

3

Title

Free Range Eggs

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 3

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £1,114,400

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

4

Title

Yoghurt

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 3

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £604,800

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

5

Title

Cooked Meats

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 3

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £3,752,000

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

6

Title

Sandwich Fillings

A contract/lot is awarded: No

V.1) Information on non-award

The contract/lot is not awarded

No tenders or requests to participate were received or all were rejected

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

7

Title

Cooking Oils & Bulk Margarine

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 5

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD4 - Lancashire

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £1,148,000

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

8

Title

Fresh Non-Halal Meat

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 1

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £3,091,200

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

9

Title

Tinned Tuna

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 5

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £828,800

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

10

Title

Tinned Beans

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 5

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £1,047,200

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

11

Title

Chopped Tomatoes, Tomato Based Sauces and Purees

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 4

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £2,144,800

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

12

Title

Pasta, Rice, Flour and Baking Mixes

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 3

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £2,693,600

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

13

Title

Butter, Spreads & Margarine

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 3

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £425,600

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

14

Title

Sugar & Golden Syrup

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 5

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Trevors Warehouses Ltd

Fleetwood

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD4 - Lancashire

Companies House

00781426

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £800,800

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

15

Title

Water & Juices

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 5

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Trevors Warehouses Ltd

Fleetwood

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD4 - Lancashire

Companies House

00781426

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £173,600

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

16

Title

Gravy and Cooking Stock Products

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 5

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Trevors Warehouses Ltd

Fleetwood

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD4 - Lancashire

Companies House

00781426

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £330,400

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

17

Title

Jelly Crystals

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 5

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £632,800

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

18

Title

Groceries (Miscellaneous)

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 4

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Sysco GB Limited

Ashford

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKJ4 - Kent

Companies House

02035315

The contractor is an SME

No

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £4,424,000

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

19

Title

Frozen Vegetable, Frozen Chips and Frozen Potato Products

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 4

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £2,004,800

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

20

Title

Frozen Fish Products

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 3

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £2,346,400

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

21

Title

Frozen Food Miscellaneous

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 3

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £6,720,000

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

22

Title

Fresh Bread and Fresh Baked Products

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 1

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Morris Quality Bakers Limited

Chorley

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD4 - Lancashire

Companies House

11670302

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £5,824,000

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Section V. Award of contract

Lot No

23

Title

Soft Drinks, Crisps and Confectionery

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2) Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

1 August 2025

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 2

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Dunsters Farm Ltd

Bury

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

• UKD3 - Greater Manchester

Companies House

00786115

The contractor is an SME

Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: £3,108,000

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Section VI. Complementary information

VI.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.

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