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ALC28 Spirits and Core Wines, Beer and Cider

THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED

Key Details

Estimated Value

Not disclosed

Deadline

Not specified

Contract Period

Not specified

Procurement Method

open

CPV Code

15910000 - Distilled alcoholic beverages

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Contract period
15 Mar 2028 to 14 Mar 2030 (2 years)
Procedure
Open procedure
Legal basis
Procurement Act 2023
Type
Framework agreement
Delivery location (NUTS/ITL)
United Kingdom
CPV codes
15910000 Distilled alcoholic beverages; 15930000 Wines; 15940000 Cider and other fruit wines; 15950000 Non-distilled fermented beverages; 15980000 Non-alcoholic beverages
Suitability (buyer's flag)
SME-suitable

Description

The purpose of this planned procurement is to establish a (closed) framework for the supply and distribution of Spirits and Core Wines, Beer and Cider supplies to members and clients of TUCO (Universities, Colleges, Local Authorities and the wider Public Sector). The duration of this framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years. The average annual spend through the framework is estimated at £8m with the total spend through the framework (over the maximum 4 years) estimated at £50m with growth factored in. The scope of products to be covered in the framework are as follows but not limited to: Draught and packaged beers and cider to include core, craft and speciality. Spirits and fortified wines, RTD, Wines ,Low/no alcohol options across all lots. The framework is framework is likely to include the option of a one-stop shop. It is envisaged that suppliers will be able to cover the full scope of products within each of the lots. The new framework agreement will commence on 15 March 2028 until 14 March 2030 with the option to extend by 2 x 12 months until 14 March 2032.

Suitability

SME Suitable

Previously won by

No award has been published for this tender. These are the latest award notices from THE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED for food, beverages & tobacco.

Fresh Fruit & Vegetables and Associated Products · published 3 Sept 2026

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Milk, Dairy, Bread & Baked Goods · published 15 Jul 2026

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Publication Info

Published25 September 2026
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