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Contract Award Notice

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

  • First published: 23 August 2025
  • Last modified: 23 August 2025
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Summary

OCID:
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Published by:
Lancashire County Council
Authority ID:
AA0033
Publication date:
23 August 2025
Deadline date:
-
Notice type:
Contract Award Notice
Has documents:
No
Has SPD:
No
Has Carbon Reduction Plan:
N/A

Abstract

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.

Full notice text

Contract award notice

Results of the procurement procedure

Section I: Contracting entity

I.1) Name and addresses

Lancashire County Council

County Hall

Preston

PR10LD

UK

Contact person: Chris Ridings

E-mail: christopher.ridings@lancashire.gov.uk

NUTS: UKD4

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

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

 

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

Value excluding VAT: 50 344 000.00  GBP

II.2) Description

Lot No: 1

II.2.1) Title

Fresh Cheese

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15540000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 2

II.2.1) Title

Fresh Milk

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15511000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 3

II.2.1) Title

Free Range Eggs

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

03142500

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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

Lot No: 4

II.2.1) Title

Yoghurt

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15551300

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Techincal / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 5

II.2.1) Title

Cooked Meats

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15110000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 6

II.2.1) Title

Sandwich Fillings

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15894600

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 7

II.2.1) Title

Cooking Oils & Bulk Margarine

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15411200

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 8

II.2.1) Title

Fresh Non-Halal Meat

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15110000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 9

II.2.1) Title

Tinned Tuna

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15241400

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 10

II.2.1) Title

Tinned Beans

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

03221210

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 11

II.2.1) Title

Chopped Tomatoes, Tomato Based Sauces and Purees

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15331423

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 12

II.2.1) Title

Pasta, Rice, Flour and Baking Mixes

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15893000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 13

II.2.1) Title

Butter, Spreads & Margarine

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15530000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 14

II.2.1) Title

Sugar and Golden Syrup

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15830000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 15

II.2.1) Title

Water and Juices

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15982000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 16

II.2.1) Title

Gravy and Cooking Stock Products

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15893300

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 17

II.2.1) Title

Jelly Crystals

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15893200

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 18

II.2.1) Title

Groceries (Miscellaneous)

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15000000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 19

II.2.1) Title

Frozen Vegetable, Frozen Chips and Frozen Potato Products

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15331170

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 20

II.2.1) Title

Frozen Fish Products

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15229000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 21

II.2.1) Title

Frozen Food Miscellaneous

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15000000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 22

II.2.1) Title

Fresh Bread and Fresh Baked Products

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15810000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 30

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

Lot No: 23

II.2.1) Title

Soft Drinks, Crisps and Confectionery

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

15982000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKD4

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: Technical / Weighting: 20

Quality criterion: Social Value / Weighting: 10

Quality criterion: 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.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

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.

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 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 in the OJ S:

2025/S 000-003927

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 4 530 400.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 2 559 200.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 1 114 400.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 604 800.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 3 752 000.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD4

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 1 148 000.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 3 091 200.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 828 800.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 1 047 200.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 2 144 800.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 2 693 600.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 425 600.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00781426

Fleetwood

UK

NUTS: UKD4

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 800 800.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00781426

Fleetwood

UK

NUTS: UKD4

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 173 600.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00781426

Fleetwood

UK

NUTS: UKD4

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 330 400.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 632 800.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

02035315

Ashford

UK

NUTS: UKJ4

The contractor is an SME: No

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 4 424 000.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 2 004 800.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 2 346 400.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 6 720 000.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

11670302

Chorley

UK

NUTS: UKD4

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 5 824 000.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

01/08/2025

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

00786115

Bury

UK

NUTS: UKD3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

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

Total value of the contract/lot: : 3 108 000.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

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

UK

Internet address(es)

URL: 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

UK

VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice

22/08/2025

Coding

Commodity categories

ID Title Parent category
03221210 Beans Vegetables
15810000 Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes Miscellaneous food products
15530000 Butter Dairy products
15331423 Canned tomatoes Processed vegetables
15241400 Canned tuna Coated, canned or tinned fish
15540000 Cheese products Dairy products
15411200 Cooking oil Animal or vegetable oils
15893200 Dessert mixes Dry goods
15893000 Dry goods Miscellaneous food products and dried goods
03142500 Eggs Animal products
15000000 Food, beverages, tobacco and related products Agriculture and Food
15229000 Frozen fish products Frozen fish, fish fillets and other fish meat
15331170 Frozen vegetables Processed vegetables
15893300 Gravy mixes Dry goods
15110000 Meat Animal products, meat and meat products
15511000 Milk Milk and cream
15894600 Sandwich fillings Processed food products
15982000 Soft drinks Non-alcoholic beverages
15830000 Sugar and related products Miscellaneous food products
15551300 Yoghurt Yoghurt and other fermented milk products

Delivery locations

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100 UK - All

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