Supply of Fresh, Dry and Frozen Foods to London Borough of Waltham Forest Schools
London Borough of Waltham Forest · Awarded contract
AwardedSupply of Fresh, Dry and Frozen Foods to London Borough of Waltham Forest Schools
Awarded 31 Aug 2024
Awarded31 Aug 2024
Value£2,000,000.00
SupplierThomas Ridley and Sons Ltd
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryFood & Beverage
Ended 1y 2mo ago12mo term
Awarded 31 Aug 2024Expired 30 Aug 2025
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London Borough of Waltham Forest awarded a contract to Thomas Ridley and Sons Ltd for the provision of fresh, dry and frozen foods for school services, delivered through the single supplier Procurement Across London (PAL) framework.
The contract is valued at £2,000,000.
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Supply of Fresh, Dry and Frozen Foods to London Borough of Waltham Forest Schools
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