Scope
Reference
Soft Drinks 075-2025
Description
Manchester Central is currently looking for a supplier to supply soft drinks to Manchester Central Convention Complex, Junction, Central Library, Runway Visitors Park and any other associated sites.
Estimated annual spend is circa £184k. The Contract will be for a period of two (2) years from the commencement date of services with the option to extend for up to an additional twelve (12) months (Manchester Central only option) with an anticipated Contract start date of February 2026.
As a world-class international convention centre, Manchester Central requires products of the highest quality. The successful supplier will provide soft drinks for all onsite retail operations and hospitality events. Given the dynamic nature of the events industry, the supplier will be expected to respond to orders as required, potentially with a last minute or same day delivery, including Saturday and Sunday orders.
Total value (estimated)
- £552,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 February 2026 to 31 January 2028
- Possible extension to 31 January 2029
- 3 years
Description of possible extension:
The Contract will be for a period of two (2) years from the commencement date of services with the option to extend for up to an additional twelve (12) months (Manchester Central only option) with an anticipated Contract start date of February 2026.
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 15980000 - Non-alcoholic beverages
Contract locations
- UKD3 - Greater Manchester
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
24 November 2025, 4:00pm
Tender submission deadline
30 November 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
1. Tenderers submissions must be responded to as instructed and returned. Manchester Central reserves the right to disqualify a company if the Tender is not submitted as instructed.
2. Tenderers submissions must be uploaded via https://procontract.due-north.com using the reference number number DN796454 no later than: 28th November 2025 at 12pm Noon
Until the above closing date, you will have the chance to upload a new Tender, should you wish to amend your submission.
4. If your Tender response is received late, it may not be accepted.
5. Tenders' responses submitted by post, fax or other electronic means will not be accepted.
6. Failure to comply with the above may invalidate your tender response.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
20 January 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 1 November 2028
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | With regards to the price evaluation, the lowest price tenderer will be awarded the maximum price score (55%) and tenderers will thereafter be ranked and scored in accordance with how much more... |
Price | 55% |
| Quality | Weighted scores will be calculated by multiplying the score for each quality criteria by its weighting. The weighted scores will be totalled for each tender. The totals will be normalised so that the... |
Quality | 25% |
| Sustainability/Social Impact | Weighted scores will be calculated by multiplying the score for each Sustainability criteria by its weighting. The weighted scores will be totalled for each tender. The totals will be normalised so... |
Quality | 20% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
Soft Drinks - 075-2025 - ITT.docx
Appendix A - Manchester Central Terms and Conditions - Soft Drinks 075-2025.pdf
Appendix B - Sustainable Procurement & Equal Opportunities.pdf
Expression of Interest Notice - Soft Drink 075-2025.pdf
Technical specifications to be met
https://procontract.due-north.com
1. Tenderers submissions must be responded to as instructed and returned. Manchester Central reserves the right to disqualify a company if the Tender is not submitted as instructed.
2. Tenderers submissions must be uploaded via https://procontract.due-north.com using the reference number DN796454 no later than: 28th November 2025 at 12pm Noon.
Until the above closing date, you will have the chance to upload a new Tender, should you wish to amend your submission.
4. If your Tender response is received late, it may not be accepted.
5. Tenders' responses submitted by post, fax or other electronic means will not be accepted.
6. Failure to comply with the above may invalidate your tender response.
Contracting authority
MANCHESTER CENTRAL CONVENTION COMPLEX LIMITED
- Companies House: 00953285
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGBC-7173-HLXX
Manchester Central Convention Complex Limited Windmill Street
Manchester
M2 3GX
United Kingdom
Region: UKD33 - Manchester
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government