Fresh Food DPS

Description

NHS Supply Chain: Food seeks to establish a non-exclusive DPS Agreement for the supply of Fresh Food to NHS Supply Chain: Food’s customer base via the Direct Route covering products including but not limited to: fruit, vegetables, prepared potatoes, salads, milk, dairy products, eggs, bread, morning goods, fresh meat, fresh poultry, fresh fish and meat alternatives. 
The DPS will be in place for a minimum of 7 years with an approximate spend of £200m and will be the main procurement route for NHS Trusts Fresh Food requirements. 
The DPS is open for applications until 28th February 2029 as a minimum. 
The DPS is divided into 4 categories of products and Applicants may apply to be included on any or all of the product categories. The 4 categories under the DPS are as follows: 
Category 1 - Dairy & Bakery 
Category 2 – Fresh Meat, Poultry & Fish 
Category 3 – Fresh Fruit, Vegetables & Salads 
Category 4 - Meat Alternatives 
Applicants will only be accepted to categories they have applied for if they pass all mandatory criteria within the DPS award process.