Estimated Value
Up to £1,915,000
Deadline
25 September 2026
14 days remaining
Published
21 August 2026
Type
goods
Overview
Provision of fresh meat product for use by the catering service in Moray Schools.
AI Analysis
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This contract is for supplying fresh meat to the catering service that provides meals for schools in Moray. It is aimed at food suppliers who can deliver regular, quality‑assured meat to multiple school locations.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents.
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Provide a range of fresh meat products (e.g., beef, pork, lamb) that meet the specifications set by Moray schools' catering service.
- Deliver the meat on a scheduled basis to each school site, ensuring timely and temperature‑controlled deliveries.
- Maintain full traceability and food safety documentation (e.g., HACCP, BRC certification) for every batch supplied.
- Issue accurate invoices and comply with any reporting or performance metrics required by the council.
How to Read This Tender
- 1Look for the "Specification" section – it will detail the cuts, weights, packaging and quality standards expected for each meat type.
- 2Check the "Delivery Schedule" and "Location" tables to understand how often and where deliveries must be made; this impacts your logistics planning.
- 3Pay attention to any mandatory food‑safety certifications (HACCP, BRC, ISO 22000) – you must be able to prove compliance before award.
- 4Review the evaluation criteria; many public contracts score on price, quality, and social value, so be ready to demonstrate value‑added benefits such as local sourcing or waste reduction.
- 5Note the contract length and any extension options – this helps you calculate the total revenue potential and resource commitment.
Tips for Small Businesses
- Consider partnering with a local logistics firm or another small food supplier to meet delivery volume or geographic coverage requirements.
- Highlight any social value you bring, such as employing local staff, supporting local farms, or reducing food waste, as this can boost your score against larger competitors.
- If the contract value is high, you can submit a joint bid with another SME to share risk and meet any financial thresholds the buyer may impose.
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Moray CouncilKey Dates
Published
21 August 2026
Submission deadline
25 September 2026
Notice type
Contract Notice
Source
publiccontractsscotland
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