Supply of Fresh and Dry Food Products to Colchester Institute
Colchester Institute · Awarded contract
AwardedSupply of Fresh and Dry Food Products to Colchester Institute
Awarded 31 Mar 2016
Awarded31 Mar 2016
Value£415,000.00
AgencyColchester Institute
RegionEast of England
CategoryFood & Beverage
Ended 9y 7mo ago12mo term
Awarded 31 Mar 2016Expired 30 Mar 2017
About
Colchester Institute awarded a contract to Anglia Produce and Thomas Ridley and Son Ltd for the supply of fresh and dry food products to its Chefs department.
The contract covers two lots: Lot 1 for fruit and vegetables, requiring twice-daily deliveries, and Lot 2 for dry goods, requiring twice-weekly deliveries.
The contract value is £415,000.
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Supply of Fresh and Dry Food Products to Colchester Institute
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