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04 Aug 2026 at 14:17

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14 Jul 2026 at 12:54

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13 Jul 2026 at 08:28

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business & Trade has completed a procurement process titled "UK Fashion Textiles FY 2026-27", focusing on event services to promote British textiles at international menswear trade shows including the Chicago Collective, Pitti Uomo, Paris Fashion Week, and Milano Unica. The procurement falls within the public authority central government category, with a central focus on services (CPV code: 79952000). This direct award was finalised on 4th August 2026, under a contract period from 28th July 2026 to 5th April 2027, with a contract value totalling £192,000. The project is part of the "Made in UK: Sold to the World" campaign, aiming to amplify export growth. The contracting authority is located in London, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in event services, particularly those with UK-based textile and fashion industry expertise. By facilitating participation in high-profile international trade shows, businesses can leverage global exposure for British products, fostering new market entries and increasing sales potential. Companies innovative in showcasing and promoting textiles will find this contract beneficial, enhancing their portfolio by associating with a national campaign. The procurement method of a direct award due to exclusive rights underscores the specialised nature of the services required, pointing to a high demand for niche capabilities in event management that align with the campaign’s objectives.

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Notice Title

UK Fashion Textiles FY 2026-27

Notice Description

To deliver UK participation at key international menswear trade shows Chicago Collective (Aug 2026), Pitti Uomo, Paris Fashion Week (Jan 2027), and Milano Unica in support of the "Made in UK: Sold to the World" campaign, promoting British textiles and driving export growth.

Procurement Information

The awarded supplier is the only supplier capable of providing the services required to meet the business need. The Direct Award justification is compliant with Section 41 of the Procurement Act 2023 'Single Suppliers' - where a particular supplier is in possession of intellectual property or other exclusive rights.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c925
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073803-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£133,333 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Jul 2026 - 5 Apr 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UK FASHION AND TEXTILE ASSOCIATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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