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Supply of Hair Products

ST HELENS COLLEGE

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28 Apr 2026 at 13:22

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for St Helens College involved awarding a contract titled "Supply of Hair Products" in the beauty industry category. Located in the Northwest of England, the college solicited bidding in an award stage as of 28th April 2026. The tender focused on the supply of hair colour and treatment products suitable for the Hair and Beauty curriculum for Level 3 learners. Implemented via a selective procurement method, the contract was a call-off from a framework agreement, with the procurement cycle concluding on 16th February 2026. The contract period is set from 23rd March 2026 to 22nd March 2029, valued at £54,623.45, awarded to Wella UK Ltd.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for large-scale companies specialising in hair products and beauty supplies. Given the established relationship between St Helens College and Knowsley Community College across two boroughs, the contract allows suppliers to cater to a broad educational network, facilitating increased exposure and business expansion. Businesses operating in the industry can benefit from aligning themselves with educational institutions looking for quality products that enrich student learning experiences through vocational training in the beauty sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Hair Products

Notice Description

St Helens College is one of the largest further and higher education providers in the Northwest, with a proven track record of providing quality education since 1896. St Helens College and Knowsley Community College caters for students aged 16 and above. We provide courses and training to around 8,000 students across multiple sites and two boroughs, within St Helens & Knowsley The contract is for Hair colour and treatment products that are aligned with the Hair and Beauty curriculum for level 3 learners.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f3502ab-76b6-418b-818f-e44d08414913
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

CPV Codes

33711200 - Make-up preparations

33711400 - Beauty products

33711420 - Makeup kits

39241200 - Scissors

39712000 - Electrical domestic appliances for use with the human body

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£54,623 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£54,623 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 22 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ST HELENS COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ST. HELENS
Postcode
WA10 1PP
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
St. Helens
Electoral Ward
St Helens Town Centre
Westminster Constituency
St Helens South and Whiston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WELLA

Further Information

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