Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13ce2-d260-701f-b43a-e825b74e622f/catering-consumables-and-equipment-2025 closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Catering Consumables and Equipment 2025 [NHS Supply Chain](https://tendernation.io/buyers/nhs-supply-chain) Estimated value £57,600,000 Published 9 Sept 2024 Deadline Closed 9 Oct 2024 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Non-exclusive framework agreement for the supply catering consumables and equipment to NHS Supply Chain depots via the Stocked route or direct to customers via the eDirect/Direct route to market. The ranges of products available under the framework agreement include; Disposable and re-usable plates, bowls, cups, cutlery and other consumables, Commercial Catering Equipment, Food Transportation Systems and Electronic Meal Ordering systems. This framework agreement is for a total of 48 months. Precise quantities are unknown, it is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of GBP 57,600,000 and GBP 105,800,000 throughout the duration of this framework agreement. However, this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the framework agreement. This tender will have contract conditions that will require suppliers to demonstrate that they are managing ethical compliance at their organisation. The NHS has adopted PPN 06/20 (taking account of Social Value), and therefore this Framework Agreement will include some qualitative evaluation questions on Social Value with a minimum weighting of 10% towards the award. For more information please see: [gov.uk](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/procurement-policy-note-0620-taking-account-of-social-value-in-the-award-of-central-government-contracts) In addition, the NHS has adopted the Government's 'Taking Account of Carbon Reduction Plans' (PPN 06/21) requiring all suppliers with new contracts for goods, services and/or works irrespective of value to publish a carbon reduction plan for their direct emissions. Suppliers bidding on NHS Supply Chain tenders will also be required to submit an Evergreen Assessment, please see [england.nhs.uk](https://www.england.nhs.uk/nhs-commercial/central-commercial-function-ccf/evergreen/). PPN 02/23 "Tackling Modern Slavery in Government Supply Chains" will also apply. Registration: - Use URL [nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/](https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com//) to access the NHS Supply Chain Procurement portal. - If not yet registered: - Click on the 'Not Registered Yet' link to access the registration page. - Complete the registration pages as guided by the mini guide found on the landing page. Portal Access & Tender Submission: - Login with URL [nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/](https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com//) - Click on "ITT's Open to All Suppliers" - Find "ITT\_1428" and click on the blue text. Select Express interest. If you have any queries regarding the NHS Jaggaer E-procurement Portal or completing your submission, please contact our Support Helpdesk managed by Jaggaer on telephone: 0800 0698630 or by E-mail: [help\_uk@jaggaer.com](mailto:help_uk@jaggaer.com) Read full description ## CPV classification Catering supplies Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/63752974-b49d-416c-b682-349969087992) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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