The framework covers the provision and distribution of food and general provisions including:
• General provisions and alcohol
• Frozen food
• Meat, sausage and poultry
• Fruit and vegetables
• Bread and eggs
The NEPO Framework for the Provision and Distribution of Food and General Provisions provides a fully compliant route to market that delivers value for money and cost savings, whilst maintaining high quality service and reliability.
In addition to cost savings, our suppliers have agreed to implement a number of initiatives to support users in meeting their social value obligations – such as providing free fresh fruit and vegetables to local charities working with children and the education sector.
Suppliers have also agreed to run a number of apprenticeship schemes to support public sector targets for youth employment.
One of the key areas that our suppliers can assist with is promoting uptake of school meals and educating pupils and the wider community about healthy eating.
Notes on procurement process: NEPO intends to begin renewal of the Food and General Framework Agreement in Spring 2019 via an Open Tender Procedure. The indicative timescales are as follows:
- March 2019 – Market Consultation Sessions
- June 2019 – Invitation to Tender Issued
- August 2019 – Contract Awarded
Suppliers interested in the tendering process should register on the
NEPO Portal.