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596-NYC-CD Purchase of Linen for Turkish Baths - Request for Information

THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL

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Planning

27 Nov 2025 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for this tender, titled "596-NYC-CD Purchase of Linen for Turkish Baths - Request for Information," is currently in the planning stage. Initiated by The North Yorkshire Council, this tender falls under the goods category, specifically dealing with textile articles such as bathrobes and bed linens. It is focused on sourcing high-quality bath and spa linen for the Turkish Baths in Harrogate, United Kingdom. The preliminary market engagement notice was published on 27th November 2025, with a scheduled engagement milestone due by 22nd December 2025. The process aims to refine specifications before issuing a formal tender in the future, planned to be announced by 1st April 2026, with the contract period anticipated from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2029, and a possibility of renewal extending to 2033.

This tender represents an exciting opportunity for businesses, especially those involved in the production or supply of textiles and linen products, to showcase their quality, innovation, and sustainability credentials in a premium spa environment. The emphasis on cotton bath sheets and durable bathrobes presents a lucrative market for suppliers specialising in high-end, commercial-grade linen products. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to engage, as the procurement process values sustainability and expertise in managing high-quality textile supply. This engagement process will guide the formulation of a realistic cost model for the required goods, providing a strategic path for businesses aiming to establish or expand their presence in the premium textile market segment.

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Notice Title

596-NYC-CD Purchase of Linen for Turkish Baths - Request for Information

Notice Description

North Yorkshire Council (the Authority) is requesting information from suppliers to help determine the scope and feasibility of its requirement, to understand the range of potential solutions available in the market, and to assist with drafting a potential future tender specification for the Purchase of Bath and Spa Linen. The Authority is seeking market information on the supply of quality bath and spa linen, including high-quality 450 gsm cotton bath sheets and durable cotton-blend bathrobes and treatment linen (e.g., couch covers, sheets with head holes). The supplies are for use in a premium spa environment (Turkish Baths Harrogate) and must withstand rigorous commercial laundering while maintaining their feel, colour integrity, and functional performance. The objective of this RFI is to gauge market capability, assess potential suppliers' product quality, technical specifications, sustainability credentials, and expertise in managing textile supply for a high-end spa facility. The information gathered will be used to refine the final tender specification and determine a realistic whole-life cost model for the supplies.

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/077747-2025
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

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


CPV Codes

18314000 - Bathrobes

39500000 - Textile articles

39512000 - Bed linen

39512100 - Sheets

39514100 - Towels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@northyorks.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1609533450

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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