Framework Agreement for the Provision of Food, Beverage & Retail Income Arrangements and Associated Services

Description

NHS Commercial Solutions is seeking to procure a Framework for the Provision of Food, Beverage & Retail Income Arrangements and Associated Services.
The strategic aim of this Framework are to provide a platform to all NHS and Public Sector organisations within the UK to access the retail market, reduce tender timelines and carry out contract awards in a compliant manner. 
The Framework Agreement is intended to facilitate the provision of Food, Beverage & Retail Income Arrangements and Associated Services concerning any interest of a Procuring Authority arising out of or connected with the areas identified below (the below list is not exhaustive):
Food and drink products and outlets including:
- Sandwiches
- Coffee
- Hot and cold beverages
- Hot and cold snacks
- Bakeries
- Confectionary
- Speciality drinks
- Juices/smoothies
- ‘Grab and go’
Retail trade services including:
- Newsagent outlets
- Supermarket outlets
- Toys and gift related products
- Books and magazines
- Stationery
Or any combination of the above.
It is expected that the following contract options will be available under the Framework:
- Provision of Services
- Lease
- Concession
- Branded supply/wholesale
The Framework Agreement will be available to all organisations (each, a “Participating Authority”) identified in Sections II.2.4 of this Contract Notice .