Onboard Supply of Food, Beverages and Alcohol
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Overview
Transport for Wales is undertaking preliminary market engagement in relation to a proposed framework agreement for the onboard supply of food, beverages and alcohol. The proposed framework is expected to comprise two separate lots: Lot 1: Food Supply & Non-Alcoholic Beverages Supply Lot 2: Alcohol Supply The framework will support the provision of products for onboard retail and hospitality operations. Suppliers may have the opportunity to bid for one, or two lots as part of any future procurement process. At this stage, no procurement has commenced and this notice is issued solely for the purpose of market engagement and obtaining feedback from potential suppliers.
Procurement Act 2023
The contracting authority is exploring the establishment of a new framework agreement for the onboard supply of food, beverages and alcohol and is keen to engage with suppliers operating within these sectors. Interested suppliers are invited to complete a short questionnaire to: • Assess the level of market interest in the proposed framework; • Understand supplier capability and capacity across the two proposed lots; • Determine whether suppliers would be interested in bidding for one, or both lots; • Understand the geographical location and operational reach of potential suppliers; • Identify any barriers, opportunities or considerations that may influence participation in a future procurement. Participation in this market engagement exercise is entirely voluntary and will not confer any advantage or disadvantage in any future procurement process. Information gathered will be used solely to inform the authority's procurement strategy and market understanding. Suppliers wishing to participate should complete and return the questionnaire in accordance with the instructions provided within this notice. Copy and paste the following URL to access the questionnaire: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/kETBP3bN4F Alternatively, please email [email protected] for a link to the questionnaire. The closing date for responses is midnight on Sunday 25th October 2026.