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

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 .