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Supply of Graduation & Ceremonial Gowns, Photography and Events Services - Mini competition using the LUPC Framework Agreement - Framework Reference PFB5073LU

UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

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09 May 2023 at 13:31

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria is seeking tenders for the supply of Graduation & Ceremonial Gowns, Photography, and Events Services through a mini competition using the LUPC Framework Agreement. The procurement process involves two lots: Graduation Gowns and Photography Services, each with a three-year contract duration starting from 1st August 2023. The tender deadline is 8th June 2023. Suppliers must be listed on the relevant lots of the Framework to submit returns. The procurement falls under the services category and is suited for SMEs.

This tender opportunity from the University of Cumbria provides a chance for suppliers specialising in special clothing, accessories, and specialised photography services to expand their business. Businesses offering gown management, photography for ceremonies, and event services are well-suited to compete. The contract duration and potential for extension offer a stable opportunity for growth and collaboration with the university in ceremonial events and photography services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Graduation & Ceremonial Gowns, Photography and Events Services - Mini competition using the LUPC Framework Agreement - Framework Reference PFB5073LU

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria are inviting tenders for the supply of Graduation & Ceremonial Gowns, Photography and Events Services. This contract is offered via a mini competition using the LUPC Framework Agreement for the supply of Graduation & Ceremonial Gowns, Photography and Events Services (Framework Reference PFB5073LU). LOT 1 Graduation Gowns The University is looking to appoint a supplier to manage and operate the provision of ceremonial dress for graduation including gowns, hoods and hats for students, University staff, partners and stakeholders. The initial booking process should be managed by the supplier's website which should run alongside the University's ceremony administration. In addition, there would be the expectation that the supplier have adequate numbers of staff present at all ceremonies in order to assist with the robing process for students and academic staff. The university wishes to award the contract for a three-year period, commencing 1st August 2023 with the option to extend for a further two years. LOT 2 Photography Services We are also looking to appoint a supplier to manage and operate the photography for the graduation, including photographs for the students, Honorary Fellows, and Prize Winners. In addition, to offer services at other University events, such as inaugurations, when required. The University would require the supplier to assume responsibility of operations at the graduations, providing all necessary staff. The University wishes to award the contract for a three-year period, commencing 1st August 2023 with the option to extend for a further two years. Only those suppliers listed on the relevant LOTs of this Framework are eligible to submit returns. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8110845e-f311-4ef0-8439-ce73e108d113
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

18400000 - Special clothing and accessories

79961300 - Specialised photography services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 May 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2023 - 31 Jul 2026 3-4 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
UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
Contact Name
Maxine Moran
Contact Email
maxine.moran@cumbria.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01228242643

Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASHIRE
Postcode
LA1 3BE
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
John O'Gaunt
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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