Sandwiches and Associated Products (2026 - 2030)

The purpose of this planned procurement is to establish a (closed) framework for the supply and distribution of Sandwiches and Associated Products to members and clients of TUCO (Universities, Colleges and the wider Public Sector).

This procurement follows an Open Procedure under Procurement Act 2023.

The duration of this (closed) framework is planned to be a maximum of 4 years.

The annual spend through the (closed) Framework is estimated at £20 million

The total spend through the (closed) framework (over the maximum 4 years) is estimated at £80 million.

The scope of products to be covered in the framework are as follows but not limited to:

• Sandwich wedges
• Rolls
• Wraps
• Toasties
• Paninis
• Baguettes
• Sausage rolls
• Pies
• Bakery products, e.g. muffins, cakes
• Salads
• Sushi
• Fruit pots
• Yogurt pots
• Fruit or snack (as part of the meal deal offer)
• Soft drinks (as part of the meal deal offer)
• Cater pack which could consist of one or more the above products
• Hospitality platter which could consist of one or more the above products
• Lunch bag or grab and go bag/box which could consist of one or more the above products, e.g. one sandwich, one fruit pot, one snack and a bottle of water
• Breakfast products, e.g., cereal pot, overnight oats

It is envisaged that suppliers will be able to cover the full scope of products for each lot.

The Framework total value is estimated at £96m including VAT, this value may be shared with all 3 lots.