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Frameworks

Start date 01 Jun 2021
End date 31 May 2026
Extension date
Overview

TUCO Ref: CAT11053-TU

Hunter Ref:19742

This new DPS agreement replaces the IFDC agreement.

It covers the supply of food & drink concepts and innovation and any equipment/technology (to support the supply of food and drink) - via the following 11 Lots:

  • Lot 1 European Food (3 suppliers)
  • Lot 2 Asian Food (3 suppliers)
  • Lot 3 North & South American Food (4 suppliers)
  • Lot 4 ROW Food (2 suppliers)
  • Lot 5 Sweet treats (1 supplier)
  • Lot 6 Bakery, Bread & Coffee shop (1 supplier)
  • Lot 7 Drinks (non-alcoholic) (0 suppliers)
  • Lot 8 Drinks (alcoholic) (0 suppliers)
  • Lot 9 Premium concepts (1 supplier)
  • Lot 10 Rented space / licenced or “master licensee” model (1 supplier)
  • Lot 11 Technology/equipment (to support/enhance the service/safety of food and drink served within the catering operation (3 suppliers)

Members must complete Stage 2 of the process to award individual contracts through the DPS. Template documents are available.  Please read the framework documents (login only) to find out more or visit our FAQ page.

The SQ is now open again. closing date will be 18th November 2021 (references accepted until the 23rd) - the SQ will open again every November; February; May and August.

To apply/view the tender documents, please log in to the e-tendering portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home

Framework lots
FAQ

When are the key dates for a certain framework?

Framework NameStart Date     End DateExtension Period
Catering light and heavy equipment (inc PPE)13/11/201812/11/202112/11/2022
Disposables and Kitchen Chemicals (inc PPE)15/12/201914/12/202114/12/2023
Fresh Fruit and Veg01/08/201831/07/202031/07/2022
Fresh/frozen meat and poultry01/01/201831/12/202031/12/2021
Grocery/frozen and chilled foods01/04/201931/03/202131/03/2023
Innovative Food & Drink Concepts01/09/201831/08/202131/08/2022
Hot Beverages04/01/202003/01/202203/01/2024
Kitchen Equipment Maintenance01/04/201931/03/202131/03/2023
Milk, diary, morning goods and bread24/10/201623/10/2021 
Sandwiches01/07/201830/06/202130/06/2022
Soft Drinks01/10/201830/09/202030/09/2022
Sustainable Food Waste01/08/201731/07/202031/07/2021
Vending01/10/202030/09/202230/09/2024

Are all your suppliers vetted and accredited?

Yes. Dependent on the product category, we will have assessed the supplier’s credentials to be able to supply the goods and/or services.  Please see the SQ (selection questionnaire) questions relative to the product category you are interested in.  High risk food suppliers e.g. sandwich suppliers are also continually audited to ensure they meet food safety requirements.