Tender

Workwear and Uniforms

SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

05 Jan 2026 at 10:00

Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield City Council has issued a tender for the provision of workwear and uniforms, targeting suppliers in the clothing and accessories industry. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 17th January 2026 and a submission deadline of 4th February 2026. The contract value is estimated at £1,349,231 GBP, with a possible extension bringing the maximum duration to four years. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, inviting broad participation. The project is situated in Sheffield, United Kingdom, within the public authority's region of UKE32.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the clothing and accessories sector, particularly those proficient in supplying high-quality workwear and uniforms. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with strong supply chain capabilities and substantial insurance coverage might find this contract especially appealing. The importance of meeting criteria for quality, price, and social value in the tender evaluation suggests that businesses with a competitive edge in these areas stand a good chance of success. Winning this contract promises a reliable partnership with a major public authority, potentially enhancing the supplier's market presence and credibility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Workwear and Uniforms

Notice Description

Sheffield City Council is seek to appoint a supplier for the provision of workwear and uniforms to ensure staff are protected and identifiable to the required standards during the execution of their daily tasks. The contract will be for an initial period of 2 years with 2 x 12 month optional extensions available.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extension periods available

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ff00
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000154-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,349,231 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,349,231 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-01-07

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Tim Dent
Contact Email
tim.dent@sheffield.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01142053646

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2HH
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE32 Sheffield

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

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