This Framework also includes an ‘innovative solutions’ lot which allows new and innovative vending initiatives to be purchased through the framework, due to the industry constantly evolving. Meaning there will be no barriers as to what customers can purchase via the framework within the scope.
There is also lot eight on the framework ‘Multi Category; which allows customers to procure from two or more lots at the same time, from the same supplier without separate contracts, otherwise known as one-stop-shop approach, which ultimately has the potential to achieve account management efficiencies.
The framework is expected to appeal to customers within local authority, schools, academy trusts, colleges and universities, the NHS, public sector buildings, publicly owned civic catering outlets, charities, the emergency services sector, social housing organisations, the care sector and the prison service.
Benefits of using the framework agreement:
- Eight Lots covering all Vending, Hot Vending, Hot Beverages, Juice Dispensing, Reverse Vending and Water Coolers needs under one compliant Framework
- Multi-Category, allowing customers to procure two or more Lots at the same time
- Innovative Solutions Lot, allowing customers to purchase new initiatives in the market within scope
- All routes to market available under one Framework (Direct Award, Partially Re-Opened Further Competition and Further Competition) allowing customer to choose a buying solution to fit their needs
- This industry typically requires pre-engagement days (including site visits where appropriate) with suppliers, and YPO are happy to support and facilitate this process
- Free of charge support from YPO - Procurement Templates for all of the routes to market and a document review service
YPO can also host and manage the exercise via the procurement portal if required. These added value services are available to all customers to use as they wish.
Contact YPO for more information foodandcatering@ypo.co.uk or visit: https://www.ypo.co.uk/frameworks-home/900678#lot_structure?utm_source=public-sector&utm_medium=paid-news&utm_campaign=food-catering&utm_content=website-link