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Health Studies Students Uniforms

THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

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18 May 2026 at 12:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Health Studies Students Uniforms" was initiated by The University of Cumbria, located in Cumbria, United Kingdom. The tender, which falls under the goods category, specifically medical clothing, was part of a direct procurement method that did not involve competition as it was below the threshold. The process reached the award stage on 18th May 2026, with a contract term from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2027. The successful supplier for this contract was Coniston Corporate Embroidery UK Ltd.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply and operation of online uniform shops, particularly for educational institutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have experience in providing customised clothing solutions and can efficiently handle logistics within the UK region could benefit substantially. The partnership with a prestigious university like The University of Cumbria can also enhance the successful supplier's reputation and potentially lead to further opportunities in the educational sector.

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Notice Title

Health Studies Students Uniforms

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria require a supplier to provide and operate an online shop for students and to act as the Institutions uniform supplier for Health Studies students.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069aed
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045333-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33199000 - Medical clothing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£54,166 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA1 2HH
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONISTON CORPORATE EMBROIDERY

Further Information

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