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Waiver - premium German beers and beverages for the Bedford Corn Exchange Beer Festival (23-25 May 2025)

Bedford Borough Council

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Bedford Borough Council

Buyer Address: Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, UKH24, MK42 9AP, United Kingdom

Contact Email: Commercial.Hub@bedford.gov.uk

Status
complete
Procedure
direct
Value
30000.0 GBP
Published
06 Jun 2025, 08:53
Deadline
n/a
Contract Start
22 Apr 2025, 23:00
Contract End
23 Apr 2028, 22:59
Category
n/a
CPV
15961000 - Beer
Region
n/a
Awarded To
Cave Direct Limited
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

A direct order of premium German beers and beverages for the Bedford Corn Exchange Beer Festival (23-25 May 2025). Products include: Alcohol-free, export, and seasonal craft German beers (e.g., Paulaner, Augustiner, Schneider, Hofbrau). Various styles and ABVs including Weissbier, Rauchbier, Kolsch, Dunkel, and Bock. Sourced from a specialist supplier with exclusive access to authentic imports. Includes deposit for bottles and crates. These items are essential for event authenticity and are not readily available through standard procurement routes.

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Opportunity Context

Lots

Lot 1 Status: complete

Contracts

Contract Title: order of premium German beers and beverages for the Bedford Corn Exchange Beer Festival

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