Award

University Sports Clothing

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

16 Apr 2025 at 11:12

Tender

22 Nov 2024 at 10:29

Planning

26 Aug 2024 at 15:26

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh is set to initiate a public procurement process for the supply of high-quality, bespoke sports clothing under the title "University Sports Clothing". The primary industry category for this tender is "Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories" with a specific emphasis on sportswear. This process includes an open procedure to select a supplier who will provide clothing for University sport, including staff uniforms, team wear, fan wear, and high-performance wear. The procurement is at the tender stage with significant key dates, including a tender period end date on December 23, 2024, and the commencement of initial contract in August 2025. The estimated value of the contract over six years is £2,000,000, with a three-year initial term and an option for extension by an additional three years.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies that specialise in providing durable, functional, stylish, and affordable sports and leisure wear. Suppliers with capabilities in delivering gender-specific cuts and high-performance wear stand to benefit. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are highly encouraged to participate, especially those with robust quality management processes, financial strength, and a strong commitment to sustainability standards. This opportunity is well-suited for businesses that can demonstrate innovation, competitive pricing, and the ability to handle substantial contract values with a clear record of delivering high-quality products.

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Notice Title

University Sports Clothing

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh is appointing a supplier for the provision of sports clothing.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh is appointing a supplier for the provision of sports clothing. This covers the supply of bespoke, branded clothing including: staff uniforms, playing kit, high performance wear (where applicable), and leisure wear. The initial Contract period is for 3 years from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2028. The University has the option to extend for a further 3 years, potentially taking the contract through to 31st July 2031.

Options: The initial Contract period is for 3 years from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2028. The University has the option to extend for a further 3 years, potentially taking the contract through to 31st July 2031.

Renewal: The initial contract period is 3 years with one option to extend for a further 3 years (3 + 3).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0493f0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015512-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories


CPV Codes

18000000 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

18412000 - Sportswear

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
8 Sep 2024Expired
Award Date
17 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
James Clarke
Contact Email
jclarke5@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DREAMSPORT 2022

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