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09 Jul 2026 at 07:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust focused on the supply of clinical uniforms was completed under the tender ID C452650. The Trust, located in Worthing, United Kingdom, awarded the contract through a direct procurement method, below the threshold and without competition. The key industry category involved was goods, specifically occupational clothing. The procurement process reached the award and contract stages by 9th July 2026, with an active contract period from 1st April 2026 until 31st March 2030. The award was made to Alexandra Workwear, a Bristol-based supplier.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of occupational workwear, particularly those with a specialisation in healthcare uniforms. Companies such as small to medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering high-quality, durable clothing suited to clinical environments could find competitive advantages in participating. Through partnerships with public healthcare organisations, suppliers can expand their market presence, ensuring a stable revenue stream over the contract duration, thereby facilitating sustainable business growth.

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Notice Title

Clinical Uniforms

Notice Description

This contract is for the supply of uniform and work wear which have been procured through NHS Supply chain

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c6ea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064451-2026
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

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories


CPV Codes

18110000 - Occupational clothing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUSSEX PARTNERSHIP NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORTHING
Postcode
BN11 1HS
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Worthing
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Worthing West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALEXANDRA WORKWEAR

Further Information

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