Tender: Supply of Grocery, Dried Goods & Frozen Food to Manchester Central and Associated Sites

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Manchester Central is seeking a supplier for groceries, dried goods and frozen food to supply Manchester Central Convention Complex, Junction, Manchester Town Hall Central Library, Runway Visitors Park and Manchester Town Hall with consistent services across all sites, including delivery times. The contract is for two years with a Manchester Central option to extend for an additional 12 months, with an anticipated start date of November 2026; estimated annual spend is circa £622k but actual purchase levels cannot be guaranteed. The successful supplier must deliver high-quality products for onsite catering needs including hospitality, banquets, conferences and exhibitions, respond to orders as required (including potential last-minute or same-day deliveries on Saturdays and Sundays), match average annual requirements set out in the ITT, manage peaks and troughs in demand, notify Manchester Central early if quantities are unavailable and offer alternative products of the same calibre. Contract partners will be required to attend periodic review meetings with the Company’s Executive Chef to review performance, upcoming supply needs for large events and feedback on product quality, account management, ordering and delivery.