Tender

ITT for Services of a Graduation Academic Dress Supplier at Lancaster University

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

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Tender

25 Oct 2019 at 08:51

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by Lancaster University, seeking to appoint a qualified supplier for its graduation academic dress services. The tender, titled "ITT for Services of a Graduation Academic Dress Supplier at Lancaster University," falls under the clothing and accessories category within the goods procurement sector. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 6 December 2019. The contract is planned to commence on 1 March 2020 and will be in effect for five years, concluding on 28 February 2025. The total contract value is approximately £750,000, and the process follows an open procedure as stipulated by the university's competitive procurement regulations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for firms specialising in academic apparel and accessories, particularly those with a strong customer service ethos and proven capability in delivering high-quality garments. Businesses that can demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction in their service delivery will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The successful supplier will become the sole official provider for academic dress at Lancaster University, providing a platform for ongoing business growth within the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ITT for Services of a Graduation Academic Dress Supplier at Lancaster University

Notice Description

Lancaster University is seeking to appoint an established and experienced company to provide a professional graduation academic dress service to the students and staff at Lancaster University. The company appointed will be progressive and customer focused with mechanisms to provide transparent reporting and ongoing practical solutions. Throughout the delivery of the contract, the supplier will be expected to display the following: * Excellent customer service to reflect and mirror the highly regarded graduation standards at the university * Offer continuous improvements and approaches to the gowning service * Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with the graduation team working closely to deliver a high quality service before, during and after graduation ceremonies This contract will provide the successful company with the opportunity to be the sole official provider of academic dress at Lancaster University. The university wishes to award this contract for five years commencing 1 March 2020. There will be a review after year one. This tender is subject to LU competitive procurement regulations and is being conducted electronically using the University's e-tendering system, which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ NB: The value quoted is approximate only.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-172bfc28-ebcf-4bb9-bb07-e8231e1488b3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52d69d87-f494-4d64-aa0d-9697a5c53f64
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

CPV Codes

18000000 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2020 - 28 Feb 2025 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Laura Ross
Contact Email
l.ross2@lancaster.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01524 592 537

Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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