Contract notice
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
TUCO Ltd
c/o Mitchell Charlesworth, 3rd Floor, 44 Peter Street
Manchester
M2 5GP
UK
Contact person: Hannah Myton-Wright
Telephone: +44 1617133422
E-mail: info@tuco.ac.uk
NUTS: UK
Internet address(es)
Main address: https://www.tuco.ac.uk
Address of the buyer profile: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home
I.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge at:
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be sent electronically to:
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home
Tenders or requests to participate must be sent to the abovementioned address
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
Education
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
ALC23 Spirits and Core Wines, Beer and Cider
Reference number: CAT11067 TU
II.1.2) Main CPV code
15910000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
II.1.4) Short description
This purpose of this contract is for the supply and distribution of spirits and core wines, beer and cider to members and clients of TUCO (Universities, Colleges and the wider Public Sector).The scope of products to be covered in the framework are as follows but not limited to:Draught and packaged beers and cider to include core, craft and speciality.Spirits and fortified wines, RTD,Wines ,Low/no alcohol options across all lots - and it is envisaged that suppliers will be able to cover the full scope of products within each of the lots. The new framework agreement will commence on 15 March 2024 until 14 March 2026 with the option to extend by 2 x 12 months until 14 March 2028.Tenderers are required to submit their responses within the timescale specified within the tender documents.
II.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT:
56 000 000.00
GBP
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
II.2) Description
Lot No: 1
II.2.1) Title
Draught Beers and Ciders
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
15910000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UK
Main site or place of performance:
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot will focus on the supply and distribution of core, craft and speciality draught alcoholic drinks such as beer, cider, stout and ale to members and clients of TUCO. Lead brewer is responsible for maintaining the cellar, pumps, lines etc. at no additional cost.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
11 000 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
Option to extend by 2, 1-year extensions up until 14.03.2028. This will be subject to performance.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
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
Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs
Lot No: 2
II.2.1) Title
Packaged Beers and Cider
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
15910000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UK
Main site or place of performance:
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot will focus on the supply and distribution of core, craft and speciality packaged alcoholic drinks such as beer and ciders available in bottles, cans etc. to members and clients of TUCO.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
4 000 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
Option to extend by 2, 1-year extensions up until 14.03.2028. This will be subject to performance.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
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
Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs
Lot No: 3
II.2.1) Title
Spirits and Fortified Wine
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
15910000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UK
Main site or place of performance:
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot will focus on the supply and distribution of spirits and fortified wines required by TUCO members for their bars and hospitality events.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
9 000 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
Option to extend by 2, 1-year extensions up until 14.03.2028. This will be subject to performance.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
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
Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs
Lot No: 4
II.2.1) Title
Core Wines and all Wines
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
15910000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UK
Main site or place of performance:
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot will focus on the supply and distribution of core wines and other wines required by TUCO members for their bars and hospitality events.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
10 000 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
Option to extend by 2, 1-year extensions up until 14.03.2028. This will be subject to performance.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
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
Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs
Lot No: 5
II.2.1) Title
One Stop Shop (i.e. draught, packaged, spirits and wines)
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
15910000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UK
Main site or place of performance:
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot will focus on the supply and distribution of all products covered in Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 enabling our members to call off from this agreement if they are looking to use a one stop shop approach. Requires the supply of beers, ciders, spirits, fortified wines and core and all wines required for bars and hospitality events.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
Option to extend by 2, 1-year extensions up until 14.03.2028. This will be subject to performance.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
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
Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs
Lot No: 6
II.2.1) Title
Independent Brewers
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
15910000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UK
Main site or place of performance:
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot will focus on the supply and distribution of beer, cider, stout, ale from smaller scale independent brewers required by TUCO members for their bars and hospitality events.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
500 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
Option to extend by 2, 1-year extensions up until 14.03.2028. This will be subject to performance.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
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
Please refer to the TUCO Ltd Notes to Tenderers' and other tender documents for further information and guidance on completing all parts of the open tender. Evaluation is a combination of Pass/Fail questions and scored responses. The Framework Agreement is for use by TUCO Ltd clients see https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs
Section III: Legal, economic, financial and technical information
III.1) Conditions for participation
III.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
List and brief description of conditions:
See tender documents
III.1.2) Economic and financial standing
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
III.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
III.2) Conditions related to the contract
III.2.2) Contract performance conditions
See tender documents
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 with several operators.
Envisaged maximum number of participants to the framework agreement: 25
Justification for any framework agreement duration exceeding 4 years: It will not exceed 4 years
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
IV.2) Administrative information
IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date:
08/12/2023
Local time: 12:00
IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
EN
IV.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender
Duration in months: 3 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)
IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date:
08/12/2023
Local time: 13:00
Place:
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement:
Yes
Estimated timing for further notices to be published:
48 months
VI.3) Additional information
This contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. Tender will be carried out using e-Procurement software InTend. If you wish to register your interest in this procurement, please register on the following web site (https://intendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home). The tender will follow the DPS process. Details on this process can be viewed within the tender documents. The Agreement will be awarded based on MEAT (Most Economically Advantageous Tender). Permissible users of this Agreement include:TUCO Member and Associate Member Authorities • TUCO Members (https://account.tuco.ac.uk/delrvdkzgqmjfhudksgs )Local authority councils: • England Scotland and Wales Local Councils• Northern Ireland Local Councils• Conwy CBC, • Denbighshire CC, • Flintshire CC, • Wrexham CBC, • Sefton Council, • Halton BC, • Cheshire West and Chester Council, • South Ribble Borough Council, • Liverpool City Council, • Wirral BC, • Rochdale MBC, • Northumberland CC• any other Local AuthoritiesEducational establishments: • Schools in England• Schools in Wales• Educational Establishments in England and Wales• Schools in Scotland• Educational Establishments in Scotland• Schools and Educational Establishments in Northern Ireland• England Scotland and Wales Higher Education• Northern Ireland Higher Education• Education TrustsPolice, fire and rescue, maritime and coastguard agency emergency services:• UK Police Forces• England Fire and Rescue Services• Scotland Fire and Rescue Services• Wales Fire and Rescue Services• Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Services• UK Maritime & Coastguard AgencyNHS bodies, the HSC (Northern Ireland) and ambulance services: England NHS Scotland NHSWales NHS Northern Ireland HSCEngland Ambulance ServiceScotland Ambulance ServiceWales Ambulance ServiceNorthern Ireland Ambulance ServiceLocal Authorities, Research Councils www.rcuk.ac.uk, NHS TrustsCentral government departments and their agencies: England / UK Central GovernmentScotland GovernmentWales GovernmentNorthern Ireland GovernmentRegistered charities: England and Wales Registered CharitiesScotland Registered CharitiesNorthern Ireland Registered CharitiesHospice Quality PartnershipRegistered social landlords: government funded, not-for-profit organisations that provide affordable housing. They include housing associations, trusts and cooperatives. England Social LandlordsScotland Social LandlordsWales Social LandlordsNorthern Ireland Social LandlordsAll 700 plus current members of Procurement for Housing (PfH) and any future members, details of current membership for PfH can be found here; http://www.procurementforhousing.co.uk/membership/membership_list.Please refer to the following websites for a full list of RSL`s http://www.tenantservicesauthority.org/ orhttp: NUSSLhttp://www.ukmsl.com/client/nusconnect/ The member organisations above are located throughout the UK, including England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.Public sector buying organisations: http://www.hefce.ac.uk/unicoll/ http://www.tuco.org/buy/clients); SUPC members see http://supc.procureweb.ac.uk/aboutsupc-members; APUC members see http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk/home.htm; NWUPC members see www.nwupc.ac.uk; NEUPC members see http://neupg.procureweb.ac.uk/; HEPCW members see http://hepcw.procureweb.ac.uk/; LUPC members see http://www.lupc.ac.uk/; Academies; Further Education FE colleges and FE colleges via Crescent Purchasing Consortium (currently 170 colleges throughout the UK) any other member of CPCOther organisations: All Contracting Authorities as defined in Regulation 2 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015;The Agreement is also for use by but not limited to Crown Commercial Services;This Agreement may also be used by other public bodies as defined by the European Union
VI.4) Procedures for review
VI.4.1) Review body
TUCO Ltd
Mitchell Charlesworth, 3rd Floor, 44 St Peter Street
Manchester
M2 5GP
UK
Telephone: +44 1617133420
E-mail: info@tuco.ac.uk
Internet address(es)
URL: http://www.tuco.ac.uk
VI.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures
TUCO Ltd
Mitchell Charlesworth, 3rd Floor, 44 St Peter Street
Manchester
M2 5GP
UK
Telephone: +44 1617133420
E-mail: info@tuco.ac.uk
Internet address(es)
URL: http://www.tuco.ac.uk
VI.4.3) Review procedure
Precise information on deadline(s) for review procedures:
VI.4.4) Service from which information about the review procedure may be obtained
TUCO Ltd
Mitchell Charlesworth, 3rd Floor, 44 St Peter Street
Manchester
M2 5GP
UK
Telephone: +44 1617133420
E-mail: info@tuco.ac.uk
Internet address(es)
URL: http://www.tuco.ac.uk
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
19/10/2023