Convenience Retail

Tender description

FORMAL EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST INVITED PRIOR TO THE RUNNING OF A CLOSED TENDER: The project comprises an agreement to provide a comprehensive goods supply contract for a new convenience operation by Lancaster University to meet the needs of its students, staff and visitors. The University would expect the supplier to have product ranges that demonstrate an understanding of the needs of a campus market, including value for money, ethical and environmental concerns and promotional programme and support. In association with the University Project Development and Procurement Teams, the University is also seeking support for the procurement and project management of the fit out of the new store, including EPOS and ordering systems, using proven sector experience and knowledge. The University would be interested in discussing any Capital support that the supplier may be able to provide as part of any supply contract. The University would consider a franchise agreement as the basis of a contract. The site is located at the heart of the University's Bailrigg campus and has residential students all year round, with trading peaks during term times. There are nearly 7000 students accommodated on the University campus, with a total student population of approximately 15,000 with students from the UK and around the world, as well as 3000 staff and year round visitors. The location of the site is Bailrigg Campus, Lancaster, LA1 4YW. The University is now inviting formally structured expressions of interest in the project, before running a closed tender. RESPONSES MUST BE IN THE PRESCRIBED FORMAT. Please download the Expression of Interest letter along with all attachments from the University's e-tendering portal (In-Tend). RESPONSES MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH THIS SAME PORTAL AND NOT EMAILED DIRECT TO THE BUYER.