Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
Fife Council
Fife House, North Street
Glenrothes
KY7 5LT
Contact
John Muir
Telephone
+44 3451550000
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKM72 - Clackmannanshire and Fife
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00187
one.2) Information about joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Regional or local authority
one.5) Main activity
General public services
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Supply and Delivery of Fresh Meat
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 15100000 - Animal products, meat and meat products
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
Fife Council has a statutory responsibility to provide healthy, nutritious meals to pupils across its network of schools and educational establishments. As part of this service, the Council requires a reliable and compliant mechanism for the purchase and ongoing supply of fresh meat products. Existing arrangements are due to expire and therefore a new Contract is required to ensure continued supply in line with national guidance, nutritional standards and value-for-money principles.
High Level Scope
The requirement will cover the supply and delivery of fresh meat and meat products to council-operated schools and educational facilities throughout the Fife region.
The Council’s overall ambition is to procure a reliable, sustainable supply of high-quality fresh meats that supports healthy eating in schools and delivers best value for Care Home residents. The procurement mechanism should therefore:
Ensure continuous and uninterrupted supply to all school sites and Care Homes
Provide compliant and traceable goods that meet food safety / assurance standards (Red Tractor, Quality Meat Scotland or equivalent)
Support the delivery of nutritionally balanced meals in compliance with Scottish Government nutritional regulations
Encourage sustainable sourcing, including reducing carbon footprint and supporting the local economy where appropriate
Promote fair working practices across the supply chain
Deliver value for money throughout the contract term
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £800,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 15110000 - Meat
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM72 - Clackmannanshire and Fife
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Fife Council has a statutory responsibility to provide healthy, nutritious meals to pupils across its network of schools and educational establishments. As part of this service, the Council requires a reliable and compliant mechanism for the purchase and ongoing supply of fresh meat products. Existing arrangements are due to expire and therefore a new Contract is required to ensure continued supply in line with national guidance, nutritional standards and value-for-money principles.
High Level Scope
The requirement will cover the supply and delivery of fresh meat and meat products to council-operated schools and educational facilities throughout the Fife region.
The Council’s overall ambition is to procure a reliable, sustainable supply of high-quality fresh meats that supports healthy eating in schools and delivers best value for Care Home residents. The procurement mechanism should therefore:
Ensure continuous and uninterrupted supply to all school sites and Care Homes
Provide compliant and traceable goods that meet food safety / assurance standards (Red Tractor, Quality Meat Scotland or equivalent)
Support the delivery of nutritionally balanced meals in compliance with Scottish Government nutritional regulations
Encourage sustainable sourcing, including reducing carbon footprint and supporting the local economy where appropriate
Promote fair working practices across the supply chain
Deliver value for money throughout the contract term
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
27 March 2026
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional information
Fife Council are looking for suppliers who would be interested in Servicing this contract.
NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=809973.
(SC Ref:809973)