Beverages, Confectionary and Snacks

This framework starts on 16 June 2025, runs for 24 months and ends on 15 June 2027. There is an option to extend for 24 months.

The new framework combines two existing frameworks – Cold Beverages Confectionery and Snacks and Hot Beverages and Vending Consumables.

There are 44 suppliers, including 16 new suppliers, on the framework offering an extended product range and more choice to customers. See the Suppliers section for a full list of suppliers on this framework.

Areas covered

There are 14 lots on this framework (see Product Categories section for a full list).

See our Downloads ▼ section for the full product listing on the Framework Matrices.

Resilience

Our increased knowledge of the global manufacturing base following COVID-19 and subsequent global supply challenges, means we are better able to identify potential risks and mitigate them by building resilience into our sourcing strategies.

For this framework, there are no shipping or commodity risks at this current time. Whilst multiple products are in the top 8000 products, there is no risk to patient care and there are alternatives available on the framework and across other frameworks such as Multi Temperature Distribution and Multi Temperature Food Solutions.

How to purchase from the framework

Products available via our Stocked and eDirect supply routes can be purchased using our online catalogue or through your own purchase-to-pay system.

Important notice – for stocked products only

Following the move to Buy Price = Sell Price, new contract / framework prices will only come into effect when stock of all product at the old contract / framework price has been depleted.

Ordering samples

Product samples are available from some of the suppliers on the framework.

Please note that the decision to supply samples, along with the unit of issue, supplied quantity, time to supply and free of charge nature of any request, is solely the decision of the relevant supplier(s).

Requests for samples should initially be discussed with your Food Account Manager. They will then work with you and the respective supplier(s) to agree requests and order on your behalf.

See our Useful Links section for your Food Account Manager contact details.

Product switching will be available following the start of the framework. Analysis will take place to highlight cost effective alternatives and to identify switch and rationalisation opportunities. If you are interested in further information about product switching, please speak to our Hospital Care team.

See our Useful Links section for your NHS Supply Chain ICS Manager contact details.

Sustainability, net zero and social value are important elements in how NHS Supply Chain build our framework offering through the procurement process, tendering, supplier award and contract management. There are five mandatory requirements for suppliers to address supporting compliance with relevant PPNs and NHS England policy:

• Carbon Reduction Plan (PPN 006)
• Evergreen Assessment
• Modern Slavery Assessment (PPN 009)
• Social Value (PPN 002)
• NHS England Net Zero Supplier Roadmap and Horizon Scanning.

Awarded suppliers meet the current milestones on the net zero roadmap and have awareness and understanding of future milestones.

Social value

See our Downloads ▼ section for further information on suppliers’ social value commitments.

Sustainable opportunities

The following sustainable opportunities are available on this framework:

• Vending in cup products have been changed from plastic cups to paper cups. These products will be available to order through the online catalogue from framework launch on 16 June 2025.
• Water available in still and sparkling canned aluminium format. Please note the supplier of these items will change from Radnor to Britvic as of 16 June 2025.
• The opportunity to work with manufacturers on reduction of single use plastics. Walkers have been making efforts to improve the sustainability of their packaging. They have introduced recyclable packaging and partnered with TerraCycle to offer recycling options for their crisp packets.

44 products are being delisted. 26 of these have an identified alternative.

See our Downloads ▼ section to view the full list of delisted products and details of the alternatives available on the Framework Matrices.

There are 44 suppliers on this framework, of which 16 are new suppliers. They are:

The following suppliers are being delisted at the start of the framework agreement:

• Mars Confectionery
• Welsh Hills
• Fox’s Burton’s Company (FBC) UK Ltd
• Bridge Valley Coffee & Tea
• Kettle Foods
• Kellogg Marketing & Sales
• Vimto
• Juiceworks
• Eden Springs
• Purity Soft Drinks
• Cawston Press

There is an extensive product list from a wide range of suppliers in the market.

There are 14 lots on this framework:

• Lot 1: Retail and Patient Coffee
• Lot 2: Retail and Patient Tea
• Lot 3: Carbonated and Non-Carbonated Drinks
• Lot 4: Patient Cordials
• Lot 5: Retail and Patient Juice
• Lot 6: Retail and Patient Water
• Lot 7: Vitamin Drinks
• Lot 8: Hot Chocolate and Malted Drinks
• Lot 9: In Cup Products and Vending Consumables
• Lot 10: Patient Biscuits
• Lot 11: Patient Cakes
• Lot 12: Retail and Patient Crisps
• Lot 13: Confectionery
• Lot 14: Healthier Snacks

See our Downloads ▼ section for the full product listing, and details of any delisted lines with alternative products on the Framework Matrices.

Choice

• Leading suppliers on contract – providing enhanced range and value from a single source.

More savings

• Pay less – with NHS Supply Chain you have a wider range of product options so you can select the ones that are fit for purpose and value for money.
• Leave your tendering to us – spend less time and money on tendering and let our procurement specialists undertake it on your behalf.
• Back office savings – the efficiency of our service, ranging from e-ordering to consolidated deliveries, enables significant back office savings.

More value

• An integrated approach – the financial benefits of NHS Supply Chain go beyond just product prices. Our approach is an integrated one that reduces cost throughout the supply chain, from raw materials to global logistics, resulting in a much lower total cost.
• Purchasing through our route – when there are changes in the market, we can help minimise the impact of price rises and give support with cost saving initiatives.

Our knowledge and expertise

• Dedicated Hospital Care and Out of Hospital Care Teams – your day to day contact for all queries. They will help you identify savings opportunities, solve any issues on your behalf and ensure high service levels are always met.
• NHS Supply Chain Buyers – procurement specialists in their product fields who can give expert advice on new and alternative products.
• Implementation Team – experts in helping you set up the new processes and training required when introducing new products.
• Customer Services Team – with the daily support provided by our dedicated and knowledgeable advisors and service managers you know you are in safe hands.
• Customer Assurance – providing customers with the confidence and assurance of products using a process of clinical evaluation and engagement with clinical users. This ensures all products are clinically assured by the CaPA process, supported by engagement with customers.

Peace of mind

• Dependable deliveries – having access to the know-how and resources of one of the world’s largest logistics companies means we can offer unrivalled dependability and responsiveness when it comes to our delivery services.
• Framework agreement – awarded in accordance with UK procurement legislation.
• Sustainability – Sustainable procurement is embedded into our category management processes to ensure that our suppliers meet requirements for carbon reduction plans, evergreen assessment, modern slavery, social value and NHS England net zero supplier roadmap. Additionally, our logistics partner is certified ISO14001.