Buyer Name: THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED
Buyer Address: Mitchell Charlesworth, Manchester, UKD33, M2 5GP, United Kingdom
Contact Email: info@tuco.ac.uk
Sandwiches and Associated Products (2026 - 2030)
Buyer Contact Info
Status
active
active
Procedure
open
open
Value
80000000.0 GBP
Gross: 96000000 GBP
80000000.0 GBP
Gross: 96000000 GBP
Published
02 Feb 2026, 08:54
02 Feb 2026, 08:54
Deadline
18 Mar 2026, 12:00
18 Mar 2026, 12:00
Contract Start
n/a
n/a
Contract End
n/a
n/a
Category
goods
goods
CPV
15810000 - Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes
15810000 - Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes
Region
n/a
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
n/a
Official Source
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Description
The purpose of this planned procurement is to establish a (closed) framework for the supply and distribution of Sandwiches and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO (Universities, Colleges and the wider Public Sector). This procurement follows an Open Procedure under Procurement Act 2023. The duration of this (closed) framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years. The annual spend through the (closed) Framework is estimated at £20 million The total spend through the (closed) framework (over the maximum 4 years) is estimated at £80 million. The scope of products to be covered in the framework are as follows but not limited to: • Sandwich wedges • Rolls • Wraps • Toasties • Paninis • Baguettes • Sausage rolls • Pies • Bakery products, e.g. muffins, cakes • Salads • Sushi • Fruit pots • Yogurt pots • Fruit or snack (as part of the meal deal offer) • Soft drinks (as part of the meal deal offer) • Cater pack which could consist of one or more the above products • Hospitality platter which could consist of one or more the above products • Lunch bag or grab and go bag/box which could consist of one or more the above products, e.g. one sandwich, one fruit pot, one snack and a bottle of water • Breakfast products, e.g., cereal pot, overnight oats It is envisaged that suppliers will be able to cover the full scope of products for each lot.
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Opportunity Context
More Information Links
External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008731-2026
Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
Lots
Lot Title: Sandwiches and associated products for Local Authorities
Lot Description: This Lot covers Sandwiches and associated products supplied for primary schools, secondary schools and special schools and other venues such as leisure centres. Products are designed for pupil meals, staff canteens and on-site retail (e.g., cafes).
Lot 1 Status: active
Lot 1 Value: GBP 80,000,000
Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 96,000,000
Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-07-01T00:00:00+01:00
Lot 1 Contract End: 2028-06-30T23:59:59+01:00
Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Sandwiches and associated products (50%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Sandwiches and associated products (50%)
Lot Title: Sandwiches and associated products for healthcare
Lot Description: This Lot covers Sandwiches and associated products supplied for hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. Products are designed for patient feeding, staff canteens, and on-site retail (e.g., hospital cafes). Products must cater to diverse dietary needs, including medical diets.
Lot 2 Status: active
Lot 2 Value: GBP 80,000,000
Lot 2 Value (Gross): GBP 96,000,000
Lot 2 Contract Start: 2026-07-01T00:00:00+01:00
Lot 2 Contract End: 2028-06-30T23:59:59+01:00
Lot 2 SME Suitable: Yes
Lot 2 Award Criterion (quality): Sandwiches and associated products (50%)
Lot 2 Award Criterion (price): Sandwiches and associated products (50%)
Lot Title: Sandwiches and associated products for FE,HE and other members
Lot Description: This Lot covers Sandwiches and associated products supplied for FE, HE and other members, it covers but not limited to students or staff canteens, on-site retail shops, restaurants in colleges, universities, hospitalities and so on.
Lot 3 Status: active
Lot 3 Value: GBP 80,000,000
Lot 3 Value (Gross): GBP 96,000,000
Lot 3 Contract Start: 2026-07-01T00:00:00+01:00
Lot 3 Contract End: 2028-06-30T23:59:59+01:00
Lot 3 SME Suitable: Yes
Lot 3 Award Criterion (quality): Sandwiches and associated products (50%)
Lot 3 Award Criterion (price): Sandwiches and associated products (50%)
Documents
Document Description: Complete set of tender document are available through the web address: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tuco/aspx/Home
Document Description: Not published
Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
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