Catering Equipment is due to expire in November, tender documents are scheduled to be issued at the end of this month with framework start date beginning of January.
This framework provides educational institutions access to catering equipment including cookware, appliances, refrigeration and kitchen ventilation systems.
Key Facts
- Start date
- 13th November 2018
- End date
- 12th November 2021
- Optional extension
- 12th November 2022
Key Benefits of this Framework
- Compliant with Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015)
- Choice of Provider
- Time Saving & Easy to Use
- CPC Contract Manager Assistance & Support
- Framework Specific User Guide
How can I use this Framework
CPC typically recommend that members undertake a further competition considering their own particular requirements, however please see the user guide for further details.
If you require support in running a further competition via this framework, Tenet Services can help. Tenet offer a nationwide service specialising in assisting education establishments to complete further competitions.
Tenet are part of the Crescent Purchasing Group of Companies and operate on a not-for-profit basis.
Go to Tenet Services
About TUCO .Ltd
TUCO Ltd is the leading professional membership body for in-house caterers operating in the education sector and wider public sector. TUCO are catering procurement experts, in-house catering specialists and operate on a not-for profit basis.
All CPC members are eligible to join TUCO for free and once you’re a member you can buy via TUCO’s procurement regulation compliant catering frameworks and access their wide range of suppliers. TUCO maximise value for their members and have a great range of membership benefits, learn more about TUCO.
Associated Documentation
The following documents are associated with this framework. Some are required for successful use of the framework and are clearly marked.
| File |
Details |
Essential |
| User Guide | This is required reading if you are considering using this framework. It tells you everything you need to know about the panel of providers, eligibility, running the mini-competition process, and evaluating bids. | Yes | Download |
| Mini Competition Checklist | It is recommended that members utilise this checklist when undertaking a mini-competition process to maximise the likelihood of obtaining a satisfactory quantity and quality of bid responses from suppliers | Yes | Download |
Contract Manager
The contracting authority for this framework is TUCO Ltd.
