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Corporate Uniforms, Personal Protective Equipment and Associated Requirements

NORTHERN IRELAND ASSEMBLY COMMISSION

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25 Sep 2025 at 09:05

Award

12 Sep 2025 at 09:05

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04 Jul 2025 at 13:05

Tender

04 Jul 2025 at 09:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Northern Ireland Assembly Commission involves the contracting for Corporate Uniforms, Personal Protective Equipment, and associated requirements, aimed at outfitting staff at Parliament Buildings, Stormont, Belfast (UKN06). It is categorised under clothing, footwear, luggage articles, and miscellaneous outerwear. The tender process was conducted via an open procedure, with the contract awarded to Linkhill Marketing Ltd T/A John Marks Uniforms. The contract, commencing on 25th September 2025, spans an initial two-year period, with potential extensions for up to four years total. Key dates include the tender notice published on 4th July 2025, tender submissions closing on 5th August 2025, and award announcements made by 15th September 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in uniforms and PPE, especially those who can deliver a robust service tailored to a public authority setting. With a contract value of £135,000, and the possibility of renewal, suppliers such as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that excel in quality and price balance, as indicated in the award criteria, are well-suited to compete. The inclusion of multiple classifications like occupational clothing and corporate wear provides an appealing business growth opportunity for companies capable of adapting to evolving needs and maintaining high standards in product and customer service delivery.

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Notice Title

Corporate Uniforms, Personal Protective Equipment and Associated Requirements

Notice Description

The Northern Ireland Assembly Commission (the Assembly Commission) invites tenders for the provision of Corporate Uniforms, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and associated requirements for staff based at Parliament Buildings, Stormont. This contract will include the supply, delivery and ongoing support services for uniform garments and PPE. The contract will be awarded in accordance with the specification and the Assembly Commission's Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract (the Terms), as provided within the call for tender documentation. The initial contract duration will be for a period of two years, with the option to extend for two additional periods of up to two years each, subject to satisfactory performance and evolving business needs. The successful supplier will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive service to support Assembly Commission staff and agency personnel, particularly the Usher Services and Visitor Experience Teams. This includes providing a full range of garments, accessories and support services tailored to the needs of the organisation. For full details of the requirements and deliverables, suppliers should refer to the specification document. https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2P4RKH8T3V To view this notice, please click here: https://niassembly.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=982612347

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0558d4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059521-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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

18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories

18140000 - Workwear accessories

18200000 - Outerwear

18222000 - Corporate clothing

18230000 - Miscellaneous outerwear

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
24 Sep 2025 - 24 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN IRELAND ASSEMBLY COMMISSION
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@niassembly.gov.uk
Contact Phone
02890521855

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT4 3XX
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN06 Belfast

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Stormont
Westminster Constituency
Belfast East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LINKHILL MARKETING LTD T/A JOHN MARKS UNIFORMS

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