Tender

PRIOR INFORMATION NOTICE

THE CITY OF LIVERPOOL COLLEGE

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TenderAmendment

13 Feb 2025 at 15:02

Tender Notice
TenderAmendment

07 Feb 2025 at 08:58

Tender Notice
Tender

06 Feb 2025 at 16:12

Tender Notice
Planning

09 Dec 2024 at 11:07

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of Liverpool College is seeking to procure PPE and clothing for its students and staff across various departments, including technicians, nursery staff, health service personnel, catering staff, front of house, cabin crew, and hair and beauty. This tender is classified under the industry category "Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories" (CPV: 18100000). Located in the North West region of the United Kingdom, the procurement process is currently in the tender amendment stage. The tender documents will be published on 4th April 2025, and the submission deadline is 13th May 2025. The contract is set to commence on 1st August 2025 and will run until 31st July 2028. This open procedure tender has a total value of £264,000 and the minimum threshold is £66,000. Interested suppliers must register on the college's In-Tend portal to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially SMEs, to supply occupational clothing and workwear to a large educational institution. Companies specialising in manufacturing and supplying uniforms and PPE for diverse sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, and beauty will find this tender particularly relevant. The contract's substantial duration and value offer a stable revenue stream and the possibility for business growth through establishing a strong partnership with The City of Liverpool College. Successful bidders will gain exposure and credibility, enhancing their portfolio and potential to secure future contracts in the education and public sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PRIOR INFORMATION NOTICE

Notice Description

The City of Liverpool College is looking to place a PIN notice regarding the purchases of PPE/Clothing for all students & staff in the following areas: *Technician, Nursery Staff, Health Service students & Staff Clothing *Catering Students, Catering Staff, Front of House Staff, Cabin Crew Students & Staff Uniforms *Hair & Beauty Students & Staff Uniforms UPDATE: The tender will be published via the College's In-Tend portal on 04/04/2025 for a 01/08/2025 start. Interested suppliers will need to register on the College's In-Tend portal at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tcolc/aspx/Home . The tender documents will be published on the date above and will be visible to all interested parties on our In-Tend portal, thank you. Additional information: All interested parties will need to register on the College's In-Tend portal at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tcolc/aspx/Home. The tender documents will be published on 04/04/2025 and interested companies will be able to view/respond to the opportunity, thank you.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f7b8cd2b-25f3-4b31-b076-4cd82469cebd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78a85ea4-92a5-4e63-bddd-0e3f88004992
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

CPV Codes

18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£264,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
9 Dec 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 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
THE CITY OF LIVERPOOL COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L7 7JA
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Canning
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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