Award

Provision of Gown Hire and Photography Services for the University of Sunderland

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

19 Jan 2026 at 16:05

Tender

19 Sep 2025 at 13:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland, acting as the buying organisation, has recently completed the procurement process for the provision of gown hire and photography services, with the contract being awarded to Ede & Ravenscroft. This procurement falls under the "services" category, specifically targeting special clothing, accessories, and photographic services. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, and three bids were received, all from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The contract, valued at approximately £1 million, is set to commence on 23rd February 2026 and will run for a period of three years, with potential renewals available in annual increments for an additional two years. The tender process was initiated in September 2025, and the award was concluded by mid-January 2026, with scheduled contract signing set for 6th February 2026.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in gown hire and photography services, particularly those classified as SMEs. Companies with capabilities in producing high-quality special clothing and providing comprehensive photographic services stand to benefit greatly. Such contracts can foster growth by enhancing business portfolios and offering stable revenue streams over several years. The procurement method utilised promotes a competitive landscape, encouraging innovation and high standards of service delivery. This contract is ideal for businesses aiming to leverage their expertise in academic ceremonial attire and on-site photography, thereby expanding their client base and reputation within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of Gown Hire and Photography Services for the University of Sunderland

Notice Description

Provision of Gown Hire and Photography Services for the University of Sunderland. Term: 3+1+1 Estimated value: PS1m To view this notice, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1007505434

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059e31
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004475-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

18400000 - Special clothing and accessories

79961000 - Photographic services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@sunderland.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01915152000

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3SD
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EDE & RAVENSCROFT

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