FWK1099-Provision of Light Equipment, Tableware and Cutlery

The Corporate Officer of the House of Lords and the Corporate Officer of the House of Commons (The Authority) has a requirement for: • a range of catering Light Equipment and Tableware suitable for use in our Kitchens - Back of House, Front of House and Patisserie sections and • a range of high quality branded stainless steel cutlery crafted in the tradition of Sheffield cutlers to replace the current branded EPNS range, for use in formal dining areas and for banqueting events.

Where possible the Authority is looking to identify opportunities to improve the value for money offered by this Framework. Suppliers may bid for one or both Lots and may be awarded more than one Lot for the lifetime of the contract. However, it is our intention to award Lot 1 to no less than 3 and no more than 5 suppliers and Lot 2 to a single supplier. Volumes of demand for the Goods detailed within this Invitation to Tender cannot be guaranteed.

Additional information: The Invitation to Tender (ITT) documentation will be accessible at the following website http://in-tendhost.co.uk/parliamentuk

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