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Published 6 Apr 2023, 09:44 BST

Official UK procurement notice

The Supply of Food and Drink Products to Lancashire County Council

Official notice

Authority: Lancashire County Council (Local council)

Framework agreement17 lotsGoodsOpen procedureSME suitable
Framework ceiling (notional)£20,174,000total for 17 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue
Submissions closed 12 May 2023awarded 25 Jul 2023
Lots 17see the lot list below

What is being bought17 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT to secure a multi-lotted framework agreement for the provision of fresh provisions, fresh meat, groceries and frozen food products into the county council's appointed distributor, Ralph Livesey Ltd, whose distribution hub address is:

Ralph Livesey Ltd,

Fresh Food Distribution Hub,

Unit 72B, Roman Way,

Off Longridge Road,

Preston,

PR2 5B.

Deliveries of products supplied will then be made by Ralph Livesey Ltd to over 500 units county-wide. The majority of these units are educational establishments (Primary and High Schools/Colleges).

  • Recurrence: The initial framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework does not exceed 24 months. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

CPV: Baked beans · Butter · Canned tomatoes · Canned tuna · Cheese products · Cooking oil · Dry goods · Eggs · Food, beverages, tobacco and related products · Frozen fish products · Frozen vegetables · Meat · +3 more

How this framework works

From the published notice
Bids received
4 bids on the busiest of 16 lots · 2 suppliers appointed

Lots and requirements (17)Procurement structure

17 lots · all with a published value · evaluation weights differ by lot

Every one of these 2 lots carries the same published figure, £403,200: it is the framework's maximum for the whole notice, not each lot's own budget, and no share per lot is published. The cards below say ceiling above rather than repeat it.

Lot #1Fresh CheeseAwardedRenewalPublished value£2,298,800

LCC (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 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £812,000 to £974,400 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,624,000 to £1 ,948,800 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £162,400 per annum (£324,800 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #2Fresh MilkAwardedRenewalPublished value£1,472,800

LCC (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 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £526,000 to £631,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,052,000 to £1,262,400 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £105,200 per annum (£210,400 maximum over 2 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. 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #3EggsAwardedRenewalPublished value£268,800

LCC (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 county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £96,000 to £115,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£192,000 to £230,400 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £19,200 per annum (£38,400 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #4YoghurtAwardedRenewalPublished value£302,400

LCC (Lancashire County Council) is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of yoghurt products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £108,000 to £129,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£216,000 to £259,200 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £21,600 per annum (£43,200 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #5Cooked MeatsAwardedRenewalPublished value£1,741,600

LCC (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 county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £673,000 to £807,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,346,000 to £1,615,200 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £134,600 per annum (£269,200 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #6Sandwich FillingsAwardedRenewalPublished value£67,200

LCC (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 filling products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £24,000 to £28,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£48,000 to £57,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £4,800 per annum (£9,600 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #7Cooking Oils & Bulk MargarineAwardedRenewalceiling above

LCC (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 oil and bulk margarine products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £144,000 to £172,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£288,000 to £345,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £28,800 per annum (£57,600 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #8Fresh MeatAwardedRenewalPublished value£1,430,800

LCC (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 county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £511,000 to £613,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,022,000 to £1,226,400 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £102,200 per annum (£204,400 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #9Tinned TunaAwardedRenewalceiling above

LCC (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 county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £141,000 to £169,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£282,000 to £338,400 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £28,200 per annum (£56,400 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #10Baked BeansAwardedRenewalPublished value£361,200

LCC (Lancashire County Council) is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of baked bean products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £129,000 to £154,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£258,000 to £309,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £25,800 per annum (£51,600 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #11Chopped Tomatoes and PureesAwardedRenewalPublished value£282,800

LCC (Lancashire County Council) is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of canned tomatoes and puree products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £101,000 to £121,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£202,000 to £242,400 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £20,200 per annum (£40,400 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #12Bread Mixes, Gluten Free Cookie/Muffin Mixes and Organic Flour, Pasta and Rice ProductsAwardedRenewalPublished value£1,173,200

LCC (Lancashire County Council) is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of Bread Mixes, Gluten Free Cookie/Muffin Mixes and Organic Flour, Pasta and Rice products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £419,000 to £502,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£838,000 to £1,005,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £83,800 per annum (£167,600 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #13Butter and SpreadsAwardedRenewalPublished value£109,200

LCC (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 butter and spread products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £103,000 to £123,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£206,000 to £247,200 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £20,600 per annum (£41,200 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #14Frozen Vegetables and PotatoesAwardedRenewalPublished value£798,000

LCC (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 and potato products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £285,000 to £342,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£570,000 to £684,000 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £57,000 per annum (£114,000 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #15Frozen White Fish ProductsAwardedRenewalPublished value£1,341,200

LCC (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 white fish products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £479,000 to £574,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£958,000 to £1,149,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £95,800 per annum (£191,600 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #16Frozen Food ProductsCancelledRenewalPublished value£4,166,400

LCC (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 food products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £1,488,000 to £1,785,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£2,976,000 to £3,571,200 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £297,600 per annum (£595,200 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #17GroceriesAwardedRenewalPublished value£3,553,200

LCC (Lancashire County Council) is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier framework for the supply of grocery products into the county council's appointed distributor.

The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.

The framework is estimated to be between £1,269,000 to £1,522,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£2,538,000 to £3,045,600 over 2 years).

The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £253,800 per annum (£507,600 maximum over 2 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.

Delivery: North West
Extensions: The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council 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 2 years. · The initial Framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed 2 years. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.Variant bids: not allowed

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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
How bids were scored

Lots publish different evaluation splits; there is no single procedure weighting.

5 more lots publish their own split on the notice.

What this means for your bid
  • Price carries 70 points on every lot: a 10% discount moves about 7 points.
  • “The Supply of Food and Drink Products to Lancashire County Council” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract.

Price arithmetic assumes straight proportional scoring; the tender pack may use another formula.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record · publisher note attached
Procedure method
Open procedure
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Goods
Notice status
Awarded
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use this agreement
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement

Yes · The initial framework term is 1 year, the Council may in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework does not exceed 24 months. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured.

First published
6 Apr 2023, 09:44 BST
Last source update
28 Jul 2023, 10:15 BST
Award evaluation window
12 May 2023 – …
Authority reference
CR/CORP/LCC/23/204
FTS notice number
2023/S 000-021936
Classification (CPV)
Baked beansButterCanned tomatoesCanned tunaCheese productsCooking oilDry goodsEggsFood, beverages, tobacco and related productsFrozen fish products
+5 moreFrozen vegetablesMeat
Delivery area
North West (UKD4)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-03bd1a Find a Tender

Publisher note: LCC (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.

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: portal not identified
Language: EN
Appointment period ends
12 May 2023, 11:00 BST
Submission channel
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Accepted languages
en
Bid validity
180 days from the deadline
Bids opened
12 May 2023, 12:00 BST
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Timeline

12 May 2023 → 28 Jul 2023 · 3 dates
  1. Admission / appointment period endsperiod end, not a bid countdown
    12 May 2023, 11:00 BST
  2. Bids opened
    12 May 2023, 12:00 BST
  3. Notice published
    28 Jul 2023, 10:15 BST

Notice history

1 event · 3 releases on Find a Tender
  1. Status changed to complete
    28 Jul 2023, 10:15 BST
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—TextEstimated Total Value · II.1.5Value excluding VAT: £20,174,000Value excluding VAT: £20,462,400
—Text3rd and 4th Paragraphs - Description of Procurement · II.2.4The framework is estimated to be between £821,000 to £985,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,642,000 to £1 ,970,400 over 2 years). The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £164,200 per annum (£328,400 maximum over 2 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider …The framework is estimated to be between £812,000 to £974,400 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,624,000 to £1 ,948,800 over 2 years). The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 4 years is estimated to be between £0 to £162,400 per annum (£324,800 maximum over 2 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider …
—TextEstimated Value · II.2.6Value excluding VAT: £2,298,800Value excluding VAT: £2,273,600
—Text3rd and 4th Paragraphs - Description of Procurement · II.2.4The framework is estimated to be between £622,000 to £746,400 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,244,000 to £1,492,800 over 2 years). The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £124,400 per annum (£248,800 maximum over 2 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider p…The framework is estimated to be between £673,000 to £807,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£1,346,000 to £1,615,200 over 2 years). The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £134,600 per annum (£269,200 maximum over 2 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider p…
—TextEstimated Value · II.2.6Value excluding VAT: £1,741,600Value excluding VAT: £1,884,400
—Text3rd and 4th Paragraphs - Description of Procurement · II.2.4The framework is estimated to be between £144,000 to £172,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£288,000 to £345,600 over 2 years). The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £28,800 per annum (£57,600 maximum over 2 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public …The framework is estimated to be between £141,000 to £169,200 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£282,000 to £338,400 over 2 years). The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £28,200 per annum (£56,400 maximum over 2 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public …
—TextEstimated Value · II.2.6Value excluding VAT: £403,200Value excluding VAT: £394,800
—Text3rd and 4th Paragraphs - Description of Procurement · II.2.4The framework is estimated to be between £39,000 to £46,800 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£78,000 to £93,600 over 2 years). The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £7,800 per annum (£15,600 maximum over 2 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public secto…The framework is estimated to be between £103,000 to £123,600 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£206,000 to £247,200 over 2 years). The value of participation by the wider public sector for the maximum 2 years is estimated to be between £0 to £20,600 per annum (£41,200 maximum over 2 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public …
—TextEstimated Value · II.2.6Value excluding VAT: £109,200Value excluding VAT: £288,400

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Commercial outcome & contract awards

Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast
Suppliers appointed 2admitted to the panel · see the list ↓
Bids received 42 from SMEs · busiest of 16 lots
Contracts signed 16latest 25 Jul 2023

16 suppliers are admitted to this framework without individual award values or dates, see the supplier list below.

Contracts

  • Fresh Cheese

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £2,273,600
    Status
    active
  • Baked Beans

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £361,200
    Status
    active
  • Chopped Tomatoes and Purees

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £282,800
    Status
    active
  • Bread Mixes, Gluten Free Cookie/Muffin Mixes and Organic Flour, Pasta and Rice Products

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £1,173,200
    Status
    active
  • Butter & Spreads

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £288,400
    Status
    active
  • Frozen Vegetables and Potatoes

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £798,000
    Status
    active
  • Frozen White Fish Products

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £1,341,200
    Status
    active
  • Groceries

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £3,553,200
    Status
    active
  • Fresh Milk

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £1,472,800
    Status
    active
  • Eggs

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £268,800
    Status
    active
  • Yoghurt

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £302,400
    Status
    active
  • Cooked Meats

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £1,884,400
    Status
    active
  • Sandwich Fillings

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £67,200
    Status
    active
  • Cooking Oils & Bulk Margarine

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £403,200
    Status
    active
  • Fresh Meat

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £1,430,800
    Status
    active
  • Tinned Tuna

    Signed
    25 Jul 2023
    Value
    £394,800
    Status
    active

Bid statistics published by the authority

LotBidsSMEVCSEValid bid range
1 · Fresh Cheese3bids · 3 electronic2——
2 · Fresh Milk1bids · 1 electronic1——
3 · Eggs3bids · 3 electronic1——
4 · Yoghurt1bids · 1 electronic1——
5 · Cooked Meats2bids · 2 electronic2——
6 · Sandwich Fillings2bids · 2 electronic2——
7 · Cooking Oils & Bulk Margarine3bids · 3 electronic1——
8 · Fresh Meat1bids · 1 electronic1——
9 · Tinned Tuna4bids · 4 electronic2——
10 · Baked Beans4bids · 4 electronic2——
11 · Chopped Tomatoes and Purees4bids · 4 electronic2——
12 · Bread Mixes, Gluten Free Cookie/Muffin Mixes and Organic Flour, Pasta and Rice Products1bids · 1 electronic1——
13 · Butter and Spreads4bids · 4 electronic2——
14 · Frozen Vegetables and Potatoes3bids · 3 electronic1——
15 · Frozen White Fish Products3bids · 3 electronic1——
17 · Groceries2bids · 2 electronic1——

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

Lancashire County Council

Contracting authorityLocal CouncilRegional or local authorityGeneral public services Fishergate, Preston, North West, PR18XJContact name, email, phone Published organisation website ↗

Dispute resolution & review bodies

  • Royal Courts of JusticeReview body London

Framework contractors & participating bidders

2 commercial parties on the notice

Official documents & specifications (2)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Tender pack and attachments

  • Economic and financial selection criteriatenderEconomic and financial selection criteria
  • Technical selection criteriatenderTechnical selection criteria