Tender

First Rail - GWR and SWR Uniform Provision

FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED

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Tender

20 Dec 2024 at 10:58

Summary of the contracting process

First Greater Western Limited is inviting tenders for the provision of a fully managed Employee Uniform service for its Train Operating Companies (TOCs) First MTR South Western Trains Limited (SWR) and First Greater Western Limited (GWR). This tender falls under the industry category of Corporate Clothing (CPV code 18222000). The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with the closing date for submissions set for 19 January 2025. The total contract value is £8,000,000 over a term of up to five years, starting with an initial three-year period, extendable by two more years. The procurement method being used is a negotiated procedure with prior call for competition, reflecting a selective approach to supplier selection.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in corporate clothing and managed uniform services. With an allocated budget of £1,600,000 per annum, the contract requires end-to-end management of uniform supply including design, manufacturing, stock management, and distribution to designated delivery locations. Additionally, the successful supplier will need to implement an online ordering system and ensure sustainability practices. Businesses capable of providing comprehensive uniform management systems, particularly those with experience in servicing large transport operators, will be well-suited to compete in this tender. Winning this contract could significantly enhance a supplier's presence in the rail sector and provide steady revenue over the contract duration.

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Notice Title

First Rail - GWR and SWR Uniform Provision

Notice Description

First Rail Holdings (FRH) are tendering for the provision of a fully managed Employee Uniform service to the below FRH Train Operating Companies (TOCs): * First MTR South Western Trains Limited ("SWR") - 07900320 * First Greater Western Limited ("GWR") - 05113733

Lot Information

Lot 1

First Rail Holdings (FRH) are tendering for the provision of a fully managed uniform service to the following FirstGroup Rail Companies ('the Customer') in the UK: First MTR South Western Trains Limited ("SWR") - 07900320 First Greater Western Limited ("GWR") - 05113733 There is no major rebrand or design activity expected during the mobilisation of the contract. The Customer seeks tenders for the provision of these services for a 3+2 term (an initial 3-year contracted period with the option to extend for a further 2 years). The Customer intends to award separate TOC contracts to the entities listed above and, the Customer will award all contracts to a single supplier based on the outcome of a MEAT (most economically advantageous tender) evaluation methodology. Requirements Summary: 1.1 The Supplier will perform the Goods and Services to meet the requirements of the Agreement. 1.2 The manufacture, [design if applicable] and supply of the Customers employee's uniform ('Garments'). 1.3 End-to-end management of the phased mobilisation of all Customer contracts to a defined timeline, implementation includes facilitating the transfer of stock from incumbent premises and reprocessing/ booking. 1.4 Dedicated Contract Management. 1.5 All distribution and delivery of Garments to the Customer's designated delivery locations, 1.6 Robust stock holding and forecast process to ensure Garments are available and can be delivered to the Customer in line with demand, 1.7 The provision of a customer facing online system for employee ordering, allocation controls, return and exchange of Garments. 1.8 Supporting the Customer to adopt sustainable business practices and take advantage of advances in sustainability.

Options: An initial 3-year contracted term with the option to extend up to a further 2 years. Contract Value is PS1,600,000 per annum. PS4,800,000 for initial 3-years and a further PS3,200,000 for the 2-year optional extended period. PS8,000,000 total over the full contract term.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ca01
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041144-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories


CPV Codes

18222000 - Corporate clothing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£8,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED
Additional Buyers

FIRST MTR SOUTH WESTERN TRAINS LIMITED

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
frh-procurement.indirects@firstrail.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W2 1AF
Post Town
West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Hyde Park
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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