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Tender: Establishment and Operation of Community Supermarket for Affordable Food and Essentials

Released 11 months ago

Closed06 Jan 2026

Est. valueEstimate£45K to £230K

LocationSouth East

AgencyMedway Council

SourceFind a Tender

CategoryPublic Services & Welfare

Submissions closedClosed Tue, 6 Jan 2026

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A supplier is sought to establish and operate a Community Supermarket to provide affordable access to food and essential items for residents experiencing food insecurity. The service must make a range of core food products available below market average and is expected to integrate on-site wraparound support services such as financial advice, benefits guidance and volunteering opportunities.

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