Award

Workwear and Uniforms

SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 Apr 2026 at 09:09

Tender

05 Jan 2026 at 10:00

Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield City Council is overseeing a procurement process for the provision of workwear and uniforms for council staff, reflecting its commitment to ensuring staff safety and identification standards. The contract, valued at £1,349,231 (gross amount £1,617,077), comes under the "Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories" industry category. The procurement stage began with the tender invitation in early January 2026, concluded in April 2026 with the award pending for BHI SUPPLIES LIMITED. The process follows an open procedure, and prospective suppliers had until the 4th February 2026 to submit bids, with the final award decision expected by 10th March 2026. The contract period is set to start from 11th May 2026 extending through to 10th May 2028, with potential renewals offering an additional two 12-month extension opportunities.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for suppliers in the workwear and uniforms sector, particularly those capable of delivering quality products aligned with the council’s specific requirements. SMEs, like the awarded BHI SUPPLIES LIMITED, play a significant role in such procurement opportunities given their adaptability and compliance with the open procurement method. Businesses that meet the selection criteria, such as having appropriate insurance coverage and demonstrating the ability to reliably supply either directly or through sub-contractors, stand a favourable chance in such tender processes. Additionally, the council's emphasis on social value as part of award criteria highlights opportunities for businesses prioritising sustainability and community impact in their offerings.

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Notice Title

Workwear and Uniforms

Notice Description

Provision of workwear and uniform items for Council staff.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extension periods available

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ff00
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035919-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 10 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-01-07

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD CITY 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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BHI SUPPLIES

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