Purchase of Linens for the Turkish Baths at Harrogate 596-NYC-CD

THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

29 May 2026 at 15:31

Planning

27 Nov 2025 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

The North Yorkshire Council is in the tendering stage for the procurement of linens for its Turkish Baths facility in Harrogate. The tender, identified as 596-NYC-CD, involves supplying high-quality, ethically sourced spa linens, bath sheets, and bathrobes. The opportunity is open for competition through an "open" procurement method below the threshold, with submissions to be made electronically. Notably, there is no guaranteed minimum or maximum work volume, although estimated volumes are provided. Key dates include an enquiry period ending on 24th June 2026, and the tender period closing on 1st July 2026. The project is valued at approximately £200,000 (gross). The North Yorkshire Council, based in Northallerton, is the buying organisation managing this procurement process.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity, especially for suppliers specialising in high-quality textile articles suitable for commercial spa environments. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria mentioned in the tender details. Businesses capable of providing durable linens that maintain their integrity through commercial laundering cycles stand to benefit. This procurement could be especially appealing to firms with expertise in sustainable textiles and robust supply management. Additionally, this contract has potential extensions up to 2033, offering long-term business opportunities for the successful bidder.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Purchase of Linens for the Turkish Baths at Harrogate 596-NYC-CD

Notice Description

North Yorkshire Council is looking to procure a contract for the supply of high-quality, ethically sourced products, including; spa linen, bath sheets, and bathrobes, for use at the Authority's Turkish Baths facility in Harrogate. The bid will be published on North Yorkshire Council's e-tendering system, YORTender. For guidance on using YORTender to access the opportunity, the following videos are available: 1. Guide to accessing Documents - https://youtu.be/RI6YA28skxs 2. Guide to submitting a bid - https://youtu.be/LxcZbVqdgj4 3. A Guide to using the Messaging Function - https://youtu.be/vzDL41OBf2E 4. A Guide to Searching for Opportunities - https://youtu.be/HpaCOac31S8 There are no guaranteed minimum or maximum work volumes for this contract. An indication of estimated volumes has been provided in the documents, however this does not guarantee the same or similar volumes will continue to be ordered throughout the lifetime of the contract.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: Option to Extend 1: 01 September 2029 - 31 August 2031 Option to Extend 2: 01 September 2031 - 31 August 2033

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=100394&TID=105647&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ea4d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051013-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

03115110 - Cotton

18314000 - Bathrobes

39500000 - Textile articles

39512000 - Bed linen

39512100 - Sheets

39514100 - Towels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£166,666 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£166,666 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 20266 days to go
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHALLERTON
Postcode
DL7 8AD
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE22 North Yorkshire
Delivery Location
TLE2 North Yorkshire

Local Authority
North Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Romanby
Westminster Constituency
Richmond and Northallerton

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