Supply of Sandwiches 061-2022

Expressions of interest are invited for the above tender. Further information about the Venue can be found at http://www.manchestercentral.co.uk

If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please express interest via ProContract using the reference number DN606757

Invitations to Tender (ITT)'s will be available to all organisations expressing an interest in this contract. The closing date for receipt of completed ITT documentation will be

Monday 9th May 2022 at noon

Samples are requested for the 16th of May 2022 as per appendix 2 list.

Following ITT submission, Manchester Central may conduct site visits with the two (2) highest scoring bidders and these will be advised once initial evaluation has taken place. Following satisfactory pass and review of site visits, the contract will be awarded to the overall highest scoring bidder.

It is anticipated for the contract to be awarded by 24th May 2022 with a targeted start date of 01st July 2022

Manchester Central is currently looking for a Contractor to supply sandwiches to Manchester Central Convention Centre, Manchester Town Hall Complex and Manchester Airport Runway Visitor Park.

Estimated annual spend for sandwiches is circa £128k. Spend is estimated on current supply and Manchester Central are unable to guarantee such levels of purchasing. The Contract will be for a period of one (1) year, with a Manchester Central only option to extend for a further period of twelve months. The anticipated Contract start date 01st July 2022

As a world-class international convention centre, Manchester Central requires products of the highest quality.

The successful contractor will provide premium sandwiches for all event types, including pre-packed premium retail sandwiches, pre-packed delegate sandwich wedges for lunch bags, uncut sandwich 'stacks', filled paninis, toasties, and wraps. All products must include various dietary options, including gluten free, vegan and halal.

Given the dynamic nature of the events industry, the contractor will be expected to respond to orders as required, potentially with a last minute or same day delivery, including Saturday delivery.

Due to the dynamic nature of the events industry, the contractor will be expected to respond to orders which may come in peaks and troughs. Due to such event peaks and troughs, orders of higher numbers must be available at certain times. If a product is not available in the quantities required, the contractor must notify Manchester Central as early as possible and provide alternative products of the same calibre.

The successful contractor will work in partnership with Manchester Central's executive chef to review and offer new suitable seasonal fillings on at least a six-month basis.