Planning

Fairtrade Clothing Suppliers

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH

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Planning

07 Nov 2025 at 12:45

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Plymouth is initiating a procurement process for Fairtrade Clothing Suppliers, aiming to further its commitment to ethical sourcing and fair-trading practices. This opportunity is categorised under the clothing industry and focuses on supplying Fairtrade-certified garments. The contracting process is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement milestone due by 28th November 2025. Interested parties should express their interest by this date to participate in the preliminary market engagement. The procurement is set to cover the period from January 2026 to January 2028, with a detailed description available on the Find a Tender Service platform. The University is located in Plymouth, Devon, UK.

This tender offers a valuable opportunity for businesses focused on sustainable and ethical products to expand their portfolio by collaborating with a leading university committed to Fairtrade principles. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly well-suited to compete, as the procurement seeks suppliers who can deliver various clothing items and engage in wider Fairtrade initiatives. Moreover, businesses that can provide transparent pricing and demonstrate compliance with Fairtrade standards throughout the supply chain will find this an enriching avenue to align their services with an institution dedicated to promoting social justice and environmental sustainability.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fairtrade Clothing Suppliers

Notice Description

The University of Plymouth are fully committed to supporting and championing Fairtrade and its values across our campus and community. We recognise the importance of ethical sourcing and fair-trading practices in promoting social justice, environmental sustainability and global equity. As part of our commitment as Fairtrade University, we are seeking to work with suppliers who can support the procurement and supply of Fairtrade-certified clothing. We invite suppliers to provide information and proposals that demonstrate their ability to meet the following requirements: * Specified clothing supplied must be Fairtrade-certified and bear the official Fairtrade Mark. * Suppliers must provide evidence of certification and maintain compliance with Fairtrade standards throughout the supply chain. * Garments should be produced under conditions that ensure fair wages, safe working environments, and no forced or child labour. * Suppliers should provide clear documentation detailing the origin of materials, manufacturing locations, and Fairtrade supply chain partners (The University may request verification audits or certification reports as part of its due diligence). * Ability to supply a range of Fairtrade clothing, including but not limited to: uniforms, event merchandise, branded university apparel, and promotional items. * Garments must meet the University's quality, durability, and branding standards. * Suppliers are encouraged to support the University's wider Fairtrade and sustainability engagement initiatives, such as Fairtrade Fortnight, awareness campaigns, and educational events. * Opportunities for joint promotion of Fairtrade values (e.g., showcasing supply chain stories or Fairtrade cotton origins) are welcomed. * Supplier to showcase competitive and transparent pricing that reflects both the Fairtrade premium and long-term value for money. Where an organisation is able to demonstrate the requirements given, please express interest by contacting Megan.worth@Plymouth.ac.uk by 28th November 2025, 12:00.

Planning Information

Where an organisation is able to demonstrate the requirements given, please express interest by contacting Megan.worth@Plymouth.ac.uk by 28th November 2025, 12:00.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dcc0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072017-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20253 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 1 Jan 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH
Contact Name
Megan Worth
Contact Email
megan.worth@plymouth.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01752588167

Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH, DEVON
Postcode
PL4 8AA
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Drake
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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