Fornitura di pesce fresco, congelato e conservato per la mensa e il Clubhouse, gestiti dell’Unità OIB.OS.3 presso il Centro Comune di Ricerca (JRC) su...

This document outlines a future procurement tender for the supply of fresh, frozen, and preserved fish products to the European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) located in Ispra, Italy. The primary aim is to meet the needs of the canteen and Clubhouse managed by Unit OIB.OS.3 at the JRC. The planned procedure is categorized as a negotiated low or middle value contract.

Eligible applicants for this tender include suppliers capable of providing the necessary fish products and logistics services, with a clear indication that smaller businesses (SMEs) are not preferred, as denoted by the suitability indicator being marked false. The tender is structured under a framework agreement which implies a predetermined negotiation process without reopening competition, and the duration of the contract is set to a maximum of six months.

The specific CPV codes associated with the procurement include 03311000 for fish products and 15220000 for processed fish products, indicating a focus on supplying goods rather than engaging in research or innovative projects. While the delivery is exclusively to Ispra, the supplier eligibility appears to extend across the EU, with an expectation for suppliers to demonstrate reliability in delivering to the specified site.

The tender details are outlined with an emphasis on routine product delivery, and while the exact funding amount is not disclosed, the value range is expected to be modest given the middle/low value contract classification. The application phase involves an initial expression of interest period scheduled to begin on May 23, 2025, with the tendering process expected to commence in early June 2025.

No co-funding is required for the applicants, and the payment for services rendered will be monetary. Applicants are advised to keep an eye on the EU Funding and Tenders Portal for comprehensive details and instructions regarding the official tender process.

In summary, this document serves as an announcement for a future procurement opportunity for fish supply at the JRC in Ispra, Italy, highlighting the preparation for an open call that seeks to engage capable suppliers.

This is a publication announcing the contracting authority’s intention to publish a future negotiated low or middle value procedure, and not a call for tenders. More information can be found via a link provided. Submissions must be sent exclusively at the address for submission given.

The procedure identifier is EC-OIB/IPR/2025/MVP/0054-EXA. The description of the planned call for tenders is "Fornitura di pesce fresco, congelato e conservato per la mensa e il Clubhouse, gestiti dell’Unità OIB.OS.3 presso il Centro Comune di Ricerca (JRC) sul Sito della Commissione Europea a Ispra (VA) Italia, comprese le operazioni di imballaggio, trasporto e consegna - Lotto B" which translates to "Supply of fresh, frozen and preserved fish for the canteen and Clubhouse, managed by Unit OIB.OS.3 at the Joint Research Center (JRC) on the Site of the European Commission in Ispra (VA) Italy, including packaging, transport and delivery operations - Lot B".

The procedure type is a planned negotiated procedure for a middle/low value contract. The estimated total value is not specified. The lead contracting authority is the Commissione europea, OIB - Office for Infrastructure and Logistics in Brussels. The main classification (CPV) code is 03311000, which corresponds to Fish. The nature of the contract is supplies. The maximum contract duration is 6 months. The framework agreement is a framework agreement, without reopening of competition.

The start date for expression of interest is 2025-05-23 Europe/Brussels. The deadline for expression of interest is 27/05/2025 04:59 Europe/Rome. The indicative date of launch of the negotiated procedure is 2025-06-03 Europe/Rome. The method of expression of interest is electronic.

A public Q&A section is available, including FAQs. There is also a "My Q&A" section, and the Q&As can be downloaded as an XLS file.

One FAQ is provided: Where can I find the procurement documents for calls for tenders with ‘ExA' in the reference? The answer is: References that feature an ‘ExA’ are not calls for tenders. They are a publication announcing the contracting authority’s intent to launch in the future a low or middle negotiated procedure. This was published on 03/10/2024 16:32.

In summary, this is a pre-announcement for a future negotiated procedure, not a call for tenders. The European Commission, specifically the Office for Infrastructure and Logistics in Brussels (OIB), plans to launch a negotiated procedure for a low or middle value contract. The contract concerns the supply of fresh, frozen, and preserved fish, including packaging, transport, and delivery, for the canteen and Clubhouse managed by Unit OIB.OS.3 at the Joint Research Centre (JRC) in Ispra, Italy. The contract is designated as "Lotto B". The expression of interest period is scheduled for late May 2025, and the negotiated procedure is expected to launch in early June 2025. The contract will be a framework agreement without reopening of competition and will have a maximum duration of 6 months. Interested parties can express their interest electronically.

Eligible Applicant Types: The eligible applicant types are not explicitly stated in the provided text. However, given the nature of the contract (supplies of fish) and the planned negotiated procedure, it is likely that eligible applicants would include businesses, SMEs, and potentially larger enterprises involved in the supply, packaging, transport, and delivery of fresh, frozen, and preserved fish.

Funding Type: This is a procurement opportunity, specifically a planned negotiated procedure for a middle/low value contract. The nature of the contract is supplies.

Consortium Requirement: The text does not explicitly state whether a consortium is required or if a single applicant is sufficient. Given that it is a negotiated procedure for supplies, it is possible that both single applicants and consortia could be eligible, but this would need to be confirmed in the full call for tenders documentation when it is released.

Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): The location of the service is explicitly mentioned as Ispra (VA) Italia, which is the site of the European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC). While the geographic eligibility for applicants isn't directly stated, it is reasonable to assume that companies within the EU, and potentially those in countries with trade agreements with the EU, would be eligible. The focus on a location in Italy suggests that proximity and logistical capabilities to deliver to that location will be a factor.

Target Sector: The target sector is agriculture/food, specifically the supply of fish (fresh, frozen, and preserved).

Mentioned Countries: Italy is explicitly mentioned as the location for the delivery of the supplies.

Project Stage: This opportunity concerns the supply of goods, so the relevant stage is commercialization and supply chain operation.

Funding Amount: The opportunity is described as a "low or middle value procedure," but the estimated total value is not specified. Therefore, the funding range is variable, but expected to be in the low to medium range for EU procurement contracts.

Application Type: The application type is a planned negotiated procedure. The first step is to express interest electronically.

Nature of Support: The beneficiaries will receive money in exchange for the supply of fish, packaging, transport, and delivery services.

Application Stages: Based on the information provided, there are at least two stages: expression of interest and participation in the negotiated procedure. There may be further stages within the negotiated procedure itself.

Success Rates: The success rates cannot be determined from the provided text, as this is just an announcement of a future procedure.

Co-funding Requirement: The text does not mention any co-funding requirement.

Summary: This is an announcement of a planned negotiated procurement procedure by the European Commission's Office for Infrastructure and Logistics in Brussels (OIB) for the supply of fresh, frozen, and preserved fish to the canteen and Clubhouse managed by Unit OIB.OS.3 at the Joint Research Centre (JRC) in Ispra, Italy. The contract includes packaging, transport, and delivery operations. This is designated as "Lotto B". The procedure is for a middle/low value contract with a maximum duration of 6 months and will be a framework agreement without reopening of competition. The expression of interest period is planned for late May 2025, with the negotiated procedure expected to launch in early June 2025. Companies interested in supplying fish to the JRC in Ispra should monitor the EU Funding & Tenders Portal for the official call for tenders and related documentation. The procedure identifier is EC-OIB/IPR/2025/MVP/0054-EXA. This is not a call for tenders yet, but an announcement of a future negotiated procedure.