Scope
Description
Service required is the establishment and operation of a Community Supermarket to provide affordable access to food and essential items for all residents experiencing food insecurity. A range of core food products to be made available below market average. Additional expectation to Integrate wraparound support services on site such as financial advice,benefits guidance, Volunteering opportunities.
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Total value (estimated)
- £260,000 excluding VAT
- £312,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 2 March 2026 to 1 March 2028
- Possible extension to 28 February 2029
- 2 years, 11 months, 30 days
Description of possible extension:
1 x 12 month extension
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
Contract locations
- UKJ41 - Medway
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
19 December 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
5 January 2026, 1:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
2 February 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 75% |
| Price | Price | 20% |
| Social Value | Cost | 5% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Medway Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWYH-3898-LDQR
Gun Wharf, Dock Road
Chatham
ME4 4TR
United Kingdom
Contact name: Graham Thomas
Email: graham.thomas1@medway.gov.uk
Region: UKJ41 - Medway
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government