Supply of Alcohol for onboard Catering and Trolley Service

Description

TfW requires a supplier or suppliers to supply a selection of Alcohol beverages for onboard catering services and trolley services. The key objective of this procurement process is to secure the supply and distribution of alcoholic and associated beverages that offers Transport for Wales value for money and added value in the goods and associated services being provided. The services were be split into 2 lots and require a premier service and standard service. The Premier service will include beverages for passengers who have chosen a ticket to include a 3 course meal or a hot/cold buffet. The standard service will be for standard seating on long journeys. Lot 1 consists of Ales, Lagers, Cider, Stouts and spirits. Lot 2 consists of Red, White, Rose wines Lot 1: Supply of Ales, Lagers, Ciders, Stouts and Spirits TfW required one main supplier with a reserve supplier to provide Alcohol for our customers. Lot 1 consists of Ales, Lagers, Ciders & Stouts: 500ml NRBs, 330ml NRBs, 330ml cans. NRBs will be for the premier service only. Our lager and ale selection aims to be of a premium positioning. Offering well known premium brands as our standard, then moving up the category ladder into the craft sector. The cider range consists of one apple and one fruit cider. Spirits: 70cl and 5cl. 5cl NRBs will be required for the trolley service, for this service we require vodka, gin, flavoured gin, spiced rum, bourbon, whisky. 70cl NRBs will be required for the premier service. We will look to expand our spirits range on this service and will discuss requirements with the successful supplier. Lot 2: Supply of Wines for premier and standard service TfW required one main supplier, potentially with a reserve supplier to provide Alcohol as part of our catering services. TfW and the Supplier(s) will working in partnership to develop our wine menu. This will need to appeal to different taste profiles, covering familiar to emerging varietals, from old world to new world wines. 75cl white, red, rosé and sparkling wine 187ml white, red and rosé wine 20cl sparkling wine Lot 2 suppliers are also required to offer Product knowledge training to TfW’s staff. This training is to be tailored to TfW and will include: Products that will complement the food served for the premium service. The taste and bouquet of each wine Its origin How to store and serve Suppliers are to note this is not an exhaustive list and further training may be added to the contract.