Planning

Sport & Active Wellness Kit

OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY

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Planning

16 Dec 2025 at 19:05

Summary of the contracting process

Oxford Brookes University is planning a tender for the supply and management of University-branded sports apparel and merchandise, falling under the industry category of sportswear and sports goods. This procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with the deadline for tender submissions set for 12th February 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence in September 2026, aligned with the start of the 2026/27 academic year, and will have a duration of five years. Located in Oxford, United Kingdom, the University's Directorate of Sport & Active Wellness seeks to establish a long-term partnership, with the tender offering opportunities for attendance at various University events such as Freshers Week and sports fairs.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specializing in the production and management of sports apparel and merchandise, particularly those that can supply and coordinate branding for educational institutions. The open procurement method is employed, allowing wide participation, with suitability for both SMEs and VCSEs. The contract value is estimated at £180,000 and includes deliverables such as hosting sample sessions and pop-up shops. Businesses with experience in handling large-scale apparel projects and event management will be well-positioned to leverage this opportunity for growth. Participants must submit their tenders electronically via the Delta Portal, ensuring adherence to the specified submission terms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sport & Active Wellness Kit

Notice Description

Oxford Brookes University, through its Directorate of Sport & Active Wellness, invites tenders from suitably qualified and experienced suppliers for the establishment of a long-term partnership to supply and manage University-branded sports apparel and merchandise. The existing contract expires on 31st December 2025. The University requires a new contract to commence from the start of the 2026/27 academic year (September 2026). The contract will be for a minimum period of five (5) years. The awarded supplier will need to attend University events such as Freshers Week (towards the end of September each year) and arrange ad hoc sample sessions and pop-up shops at the Brookes Centre for Sport & Active Wellness, Sports Fair and Varsity / key BUCS fixture weeks. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1001796097

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f747
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083591-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories


CPV Codes

18412000 - Sportswear

37400000 - Sports goods and equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
2 Feb 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 10 May 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Vicky Badger Tatiana Russu
Contact Email
procurement@brookes.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01865 647 647566

Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORD
Postcode
OX3 0BP
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Oxford
Electoral Ward
Churchill
Westminster Constituency
Oxford East

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