Alcohol

TUCO Ref: CAT11067-TU

The TUCO Alcohol framework agreement has been awarded to 13 suppliers across 6 lots as follows:

• Lot 1 - Draught beers & cider. Core, craft and speciality draught beers and ciders. Lead brewer is responsible for maintaining the cellar, pumps, lines etc at no additional cost. 
• Lot 2 - Premium packaged beers & cider. Core, craft and speciality beers and ciders available in bottles, cans etc. 
• Lot 3 - Spirits & fortified wines. Range of spirits to cater for student bars and hospitality events. 
• Lot 4 - Core wines and all wines. Variety of wines to cater for student bars and hospitality and events. 
• Lot 5 - One stop shop option. Inclusive of all items covered in Lots 1 – 4. 
• Lot 6 - Independent brewers. Access to a range of local beers and brewers.

1. It is free to use for TUCO members
2. Eliminates the need for organisations to individually undertake their own full procurement exercise, which saves time and resources.
3. Simplifies the process and removes the cost to public sector bodies in procuring the services and providers.
4. Legally compliant framework agreement developed within the EU public procurement regulations.
5. Consistent terms & conditions of contract 




1. Using this framework supports our Giving Back initiative. Our charity's focus is on SEND, wellbeing and absenteeism

To utilise a TUCO framework, you must first register on their website https://www.tuco.ac.uk/

Associate membership is free to all educational establishments, for more information on the benefits of TUCO membership, please see the About TUCO page. Once you have access to their site, you will be able to view guidance documentation. If you require any assistance, please contact the Contracting Manager as listed below.

Institutions can call off from the Alcohol framework through one of the following three methods:

1. Direct award
2. Utilising the quality scoring from the framework tender and reassessing just price
3. Mini competition