Supply of natural mineral water in returnable large bottles

Summary

The tender is for the supply of natural mineral water in returnable bottles of approximately 20 litres to the development company’s workplaces in El Ejido that do not have a drinking-water network, together with the provision, installation and maintenance of water dispensers. The supplier must provide the dispensers at no extra charge; they must provide hot and cold water and include a cup dispenser. Three dispensers are initially specified across two locations. The tender also covers packs of 100 cups, each with a capacity of 220 ml. Supplies will be ordered as needed, and payment is due only for bottles and cups ordered and delivered. The general terms set a delivery deadline of no more than 48 hours after receipt of an order. The technical specification also states that deliveries are to be made at a time set by DUE, preferably between 9:00 and 13:00, within a maximum of five working days. Tenderers must quote a separate discount for each unit price. The water price must not exceed €0.175 per litre, and the price for a pack of 100 cups must not exceed €1.50. The quoted unit prices remain fixed throughout the contract. Price is the sole award criterion, with a maximum of 100 points. The contract runs for two years, with the possibility of extensions by mutual agreement for up to two further years, in one-year increments. The maximum annual budget is €1,525 excluding VAT (€1,845.25 including VAT), and the estimated total value is €7,320 excluding VAT. Actual orders depend on the buyer’s needs. The technical offer must meet requirements for water safety, bottle hygiene, and dispenser cleaning, maintenance and traceability.