Decision
Analysis
outcome: The recommendations to utilize a new supplier for frozen food supply were agreed upon.
summary: The decision is about approving the use of a National Framework for the Provision of Frozen Food supply, primarily for School Meals due to the withdrawal of the incumbent supplier in the North East Region.
topline: The Director of City Operations has decided to approve the use of a new supplier for frozen food supply to support School Meals.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves the urgent onboarding of a new supplier, potentially affecting the quality and pricing of the frozen food supply for School Meals.
affected_stakeholders: ["Schools", "Students", "Parents", "New Supplier", "Incumbent Supplier"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.newcastle.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=14178
Decision Maker: Director of City Operations, Neighbourhoods and Regulatory Services - Christine Herriot
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: This report seeks approval to utilise a National Framework for the Provision of Frozen Food supply, predominately to support School Meals. Due to our incumbent supplier withdrawing services from the North East Region an alternative supplier is required to be onboarded urgently. It is anticipated that a two-year contract be entered into with the supplier that can meet the urgent requirements and provide the most economically advantageous pricing
Content: This report seeks approval to utilise a National Framework for the Provision of Frozen Food supply, predominately to support School Meals. Due to our incumbent supplier withdrawing services from the North East Region an alternative supplier is required to be onboarded urgently. It is anticipated that a two-year contract be entered into with the supplier that can meet the urgent requirements and provide the most economically advantageous pricing The recommendations were agreed as outlined in the attached report.
Date of Decision: July 9, 2025