This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

27 Apr 2026 at 15:47

Planning

21 May 2025 at 11:06

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by Places for People Group Limited, a public authority based in London, is currently in the tender stage for the supply of workwear and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). This competitive process requires the appointed supplier(s) for a contract spanning three years, with potential for two 12-month extensions. The contract, valued at £2.7 million, is divided into two lots: "Places for People Group" and "Places Leisure," encompassing various types of workwear and PPE including construction, corporate, fitness, and catering wear. Suppliers are invited to participate in this opportunity until the tender closing date on 27th May 2026, with awards anticipated by 20th July 2026. The procurement falls under the category of Occupational clothing, special workwear, and accessories, and it covers the UK region.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in textiles, manufacturing, and distribution of workwear and PPE. With the potential to cater to diverse sectors such as construction and leisure, companies focused on high-quality production and flexible service offerings can benefit greatly. Suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, the competitive flexible procedure, including product evaluation and portal demonstration, accommodates a wide range of businesses. Those with capabilities in customisation services like embroidery and rapid delivery will find this contract conducive to expanding their market reach and advancing organisational growth within the goods procurement sphere.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Workwear and PPE

Notice Description

Places for People are seeking to appoint Workwear and PPE supplier/s on a 3-year term with two possible 12-month extension options. The contract will be split into two lots: Lot 1 - Places for People Group This includes the supply and delivery of workwear and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including, but not limited to, construction-based workwear such as T-shirts, polo shirts, work trousers and coats, as well as corporate wear including blazers, shirts, dresses, trousers and skirts. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall include, but is not limited to, safety helmets, gloves, eye protection, high-visibility clothing, safety footwear, safety harnesses and respiratory protective equipment (RPE). Lot 2 - Places Leisure This includes the supply and delivery of workwear and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including, but not limited to, fitness-based workwear such as T-shirts, tracksuit bottoms, gym leggings, shorts and jackets, as well as catering workwear such as chef jackets and trousers. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall include, but is not limited to, safety footwear, high-visibility clothing, eye protection, chemical protection and food safety protection. Both lots will include additional services, including but not limited to embroidery and tax tabbing. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Occupational-clothing,-special-workwear-and-accessories./7SE96NYSFB To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/7SE96NYSFB

Lot Information

Lot 1: Places for People Group

This includes the supply and delivery of workwear and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including, but not limited to, construction-based workwear such as T-shirts, polo shirts, work trousers and coats, as well as corporate wear including blazers, shirts, dresses, trousers and skirts. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall include, but is not limited to, safety helmets, gloves, eye protection, high-visibility clothing, safety footwear, safety harnesses and respiratory protective equipment (RPE).

Renewal: There is the option to extend for up to two periods of 12 months

Lot 2: Places Leisure

This includes the supply and delivery of workwear and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including, but not limited to, fitness-based workwear such as T-shirts, tracksuit bottoms, gym leggings, shorts and jackets, as well as catering workwear such as chef jackets and trousers. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall include, but is not limited to, safety footwear, high-visibility clothing, eye protection, chemical protection and food safety protection.

Renewal: There is the option to extend for up to two periods of 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051a63
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038221-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories

18830000 - Protective footwear

35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,700,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 30 Oct 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
2029-05-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PLACES FOR PEOPLE GROUP LIMITED
Additional Buyers

PLACES FOR PEOPLE

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR2 2YB
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
King's Cross
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

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