72_18 Fresh Fruit, Vegetables and Salads

ESPO is seeking to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement for the supply and distribution of a range of fresh fruit, vegetables, potatoes and salads and associated products.

As a Central Purchasing Body as defined by the EU Procurement Directive 2014/24/EU, the Framework Agreement is open for use by Public Bodies (defined https://www.espo.org/ESPO/media/Documents/FAQs/ESPO-s_powers_to_trade__website_-2016-12-22.pdf) that also fall into one of the following classifications of user throughout all administrative regions of the UK: Local Authorities; Educational Establishments (including Academies); Central Government Departments and Agencies; Police, Fire & Rescue and Coastguard Emergency Services; NHS and HSC Bodies, including Ambulance Services; Registered Charities; Registered Social Landlords; or any public body established by or under the Scotland Act 1998 or any Act of the Scottish Parliament.

Details of the classification of end user establishments and geographical areas is available on: http://www.espo.org/About-us-%281%29/FAQs/Legal The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months.

The total estimated values stated include the option period.

To express an interest: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity '72_18', (d) Express an interest.

Please note the closing date for submission of tenders is 12:00, 29/03/2018.