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Pipeline notice090890-2026

ALC28 Spirits and Core Wines, Beer and Cider

BuyerTHE UNIVERSITY CATERERS ORGANISATION LIMITED

Expected to be publishedSep 2027The buyer’s own estimate; it can move.
  • Published25 Sep 2026
Estimated value
Value not published
Contract term
15 Mar 2028 to 14 Mar 2030 (2 years)
Lots
Not divided into lots
Procedure
Open procedure
Categories
  • 15910000Distilled alcoholic beverages
  • 15930000Wines
  • 15940000Cider and other fruit wines
  • 15950000Non-distilled fermented beverages
  • 15980000Non-alcoholic beverages
Regions
  • UK-wide

The buyer’s 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.”

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