This TUCO dynamic purchasing system (DPS) is for the supply and distribution of a range of food and drinks concepts, innovation and any related licences, technology and equipment (to support the supply of food and drink). The 11 Lots offer a range of catering innovation and concept solutions from a choice of innovative suppliers:

Lot 1 - European Food

Lot 2 - Asian Food

Lot 3 - North & South American Food

Lot 4 - ROW Food

Lot 5 - Sweet treats

Lot 6 - Bakery, Bread & Coffee shop

Lot 7 - Drinks (non-alcoholic)

Lot 8 - Drinks (alcoholic)

Lot 9 - Premium concepts

Lot 10 - Rented space / licenced or “master licensee” model

Lot 11 - Technology/equipment (to support/enhance the service/safety of food and drink served within the catering operation (3 suppliers)

To use this agreement join TUCO and contact [email protected] with reference numbers: TUCO: CAT11053-TU and Hunter: 19742

Key Facts

Start date
1st June 2021
End date
31st May 2026
Optional extension
31st May 2026

Key Benefits of this DPS

  1. It is free to use for members
  2. Eliminates the need to individually undertake your own full procurement exercise, which saves time and resources
  3. Simplifies the process and removes the cost in procuring the services and providers
  4. Legally compliant framework agreement developed within the UK Public Contract Regulations
  5. Consistent Terms & Conditions of contract
  6. Opportunity for further savings through further competition
  7. TUCO regularly audit the nominated suppliers to assist in the management and reduction of food safety risks

Supplier Details

Lots No. Suppliers
Lot 1 European Food 8 View Suppliers
Lot 2 Asian Food 10 View Suppliers
Lot 3 North & South American Food 8 View Suppliers
Lot 4 Rest Of the World Food 6 View Suppliers
Supplier Agreement No.
Bombay Halwa Ltd 2021/3384
Chicken Joes t/a Love Joes 2021/3385
Nissi Foods 2021/3394
Tugo Food Systems 2021/3388
Vegetarian Express Ltd (Catering Innovation) 2021/3389
Yumchop Foods Limited 2022/6165
Lot 5 Sweet Treats 3 View Suppliers
Supplier Agreement No.
Bombay Halwa Ltd 2021/3384
JM Posner Ltd 2023/6447
VI Healthy Living Ltd t/a fwip 2021/3395
Lot 6 Bakery, Bread & Coffee shop 10 View Suppliers
Lot 7 Drinks (non-alcoholic) 6 View Suppliers
Lot 8 Drinks (alcoholic) 0 View Suppliers
Supplier Agreement No.
Lot 9 Premium Concepts 5 View Suppliers
Supplier Agreement No.
Caffe Nero 2022/5069
Change Please CIC 2022/3451
Costa Coffee Ltd 2021/3399
Starbucks We Proudly Serve 2021/3400
UCC Coffee Ltd 2021/3401
Lot 10 Rented space / licenced or “master licensee” model 6 View Suppliers
Supplier Agreement No.
Bean Coffee Liverpool No 9 Ltd 2023/6448
Caffe Nero 2022/5069
Change Please CIC 2022/3451
Costa Coffee Ltd 2021/3399
SeeWoo UK Limited 2021/3391
Sessions Market Ltd 2021/3387
Lot 11 Technology/equipment (to support/enhance the service/safety of food and drink served within the catering operation) 15 View Suppliers

How can I use this DPS

CPC members can use this DPS by joining TUCO. Complete TUCO’s application form or call 0161 713 3420 to request free membership. Not a CPC member? Join CPC - it’s free for educational organisations, then contact TUCO.

If you have any questions please contact Majid Khan, CPC Senior Contracts & Procurement Officer on 0161 974 0949

What are Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS)?

A DPS is a procurement tool for works, services and goods. Dynamic purchasing systems are explained in more detail on our DPS page.

How can suppliers apply to be included on the DPS?

This is a TUCO DPS and is being managed through the InTend tendering portal. Interested suppliers should register for an InTend account and check regularly for updates.

How is the DPS operation funded?

A small percentage is taken in the form of a marketing premium for all business placed under this DPS by CPC members and Wider Public Sector (WPS) users. These fees are payable from the successful supplier to TUCO and will be based on the value of any awarded works or projects via the DPS. Full details are included within the relevant ITP document which supplier applicants are required to complete and return in order to apply for a position on the DPS.

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
Food & Drink Concepts User Guide YesDownload

Contract Manager

The contracting authority for this DPS is TUCO Ltd.

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