Award of Multi-Supplier Framework for Grocery, Frozen and Multi-Temperature Food Provisions
ESPO · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Multi-Supplier Framework for Grocery, Frozen and Multi-Temperature Food Provisions
Awarded 26 Aug 2017
Ended 7y 2mo ago1y 12mo term
Awarded 26 Aug 2017Expired 25 Aug 2019
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ESPO awarded a contract to Crowndale Foodservices Ltd, BFS Group Limited (T/A Bidfood), Minor Weir and Willis Ltd, Brake Bros Ltd, Blakemore Foodservice, Harry Yearsley Limited, Hopwells Ltd, Thomas Ridley and Son Limited, and Brook Street for the establishment of a multi-supplier framework for the supply and distribution of grocery, frozen and multi-temperature food provisions.
The framework covers four lots: Lot 1 for grocery and provisions, Lot 2 for frozen foods including fish, meats, vegetables, chips, burgers, sausages, desserts, ice cream, bread, cakes and patisserie, Lot 3 for multi-temperature 'One Stop Shop' solutions including fresh produce and non-food catering consumables, and Lot 4 for grocery and frozen food provisions to Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.
The contract value is £69,600,000 and includes an option to extend for up to a further 24 months.
An eAuction process may be used for subsequent call-off contracts.
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Award of Multi-Supplier Framework for Grocery, Frozen and Multi-Temperature Food Provisions
Won by Crowndale Foodservices Ltd,BFS Group Limited - T/A Bidfood,Minor Weir and Willis Ltd,Brake Bros Ltd,Blakemore Foodservice,Harry Yearsley Limited,Hopwells Ltd,Thomas Ridley and Son Limited,Brook Street Foodservice,Creed Foodservice Ltd · ESPO
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