Fresh Fruit, Vegetables and Related Products

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        "status": "scheduled",
        "dueDate": "2025-07-25T23:59:59+01:00",
        "description": "PRE-MARKET ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONNAIRE (PME) for Fresh Fruit and Vegetables for the Education Authority. Interested suppliers are asked to complete and return the questionniare."
      }
    ]
  },
  "initiationType": "tender"
}