Tender

GB-Newcastle upon Tyne: T24/0095 Provision of Branded Merchandise

NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY AT NEWCASTLE

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Tender

28 Aug 2025 at 08:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Northumbria University at Newcastle, located in Newcastle upon Tyne, is inviting bids for the contract "GB-Newcastle upon Tyne: T24/0095 Provision of Branded Merchandise". This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically sportswear, with additional classifications including sports bags, stationery, umbrellas, jewellery and related articles, and textile bags. The open procedure tender is active and aims to review the university's current supply of branded merchandise and clothing, offered both via a physical retail shop and an online platform. The tender period ends on 18th September 2025, with the contract expected to commence on 1st January 2026 and conclude on 31st December 2030. Bids are sought for a contract valued between GBP 500,000 and GBP 1,000,000.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in the manufacturing and supply of branded merchandise and related goods. The contract's substantial value and long-term nature make it ideal for businesses looking to expand or solidify their market presence in the North East region of the UK. Companies with expertise in producing sportswear, customised textiles, and promotional materials stand to benefit from engaging in this procurement process. As the method of procurement is open, a wide array of economic operators are encouraged to participate, potentially fostering growth and innovation within their operations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Newcastle upon Tyne: T24/0095 Provision of Branded Merchandise

Notice Description

Northumbria University supplies branded merchandise and clothing via a physical retail shop and a dedicated website. The current contract expires on 31st December 2025 and we see this as an opportunity to review the end to end offering through the tender process. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-91d89a37-efea-46fe-abc3-57c5caf19281
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/077fef1d-4f3e-4711-88a3-c89d20a33f75
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

18412000 - Sportswear

18510000 - Jewellery and related articles

18932000 - Sports bags

18936000 - Textile bags

30192700 - Stationery

39295200 - Umbrellas

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2030 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
NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY AT NEWCASTLE
Contact Name
Jill Black
Contact Email
jill.black@northumbria.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01912274303

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8ST
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

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