This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 Apr 2025 at 01:00

Tender

22 Nov 2024 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh is appointing a supplier for the provision of sports clothing, with a focus on bespoke, branded clothing including staff uniforms, playing kit, high performance wear, and leisure wear. The contract, identified as EC1036, spans an initial period from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2028 with an option to extend to 31st July 2031. The procurement process was conducted via an open procedure, reflecting the university's needs in the goods category. The total value of the contract is GBP 2,000,000, with the contract having been awarded to Dreamsport 2022 Limited. Additionally, the procurement included a period for tender submission closing on 23rd December 2024, and the evaluation involved criteria weighted heavily towards technical quality (80%) and price (20%). Information regarding compliance with health and safety, quality management, and environmental standards was also integral to the tender requirements.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the sports clothing industry, particularly those capable of providing high-quality, durable, and stylish garments that meet specific performance and design criteria. The contract's emphasis on high-performance cuts and the broad scope—including staff uniforms, leisurewear, team gear, and high-performance wear—makes it ideal for companies experienced in manufacturing and tailoring sportswear solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with strong technical and commercial capabilities, alongside stringent standards in quality and environmental management, are well-suited to compete for such contracts, offering potential for substantial business growth over the contract's duration.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

University Sports Clothing

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh is appointing a supplier for the provision of sports clothing.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh is appointing a supplier for the provision of sports clothing. This covers the supply of bespoke, branded clothing including: staff uniforms, playing kit, high performance wear (where applicable), and leisure wear. The initial Contract period is for 3 years from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2028. The University has the option to extend for a further 3 years, potentially taking the contract through to 31st July 2031.

Options: The initial Contract period is for 3 years from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2028. The University has the option to extend for a further 3 years, potentially taking the contract through to 31st July 2031.

Renewal: The initial contract period is 3 years with one option to extend for a further 3 years (3 + 3).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000783985
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528523
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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

18412000 - Sportswear

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University Of Edinburgh
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Dreamsport 2022 Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV518858
    University Sports Clothing - The University of Edinburgh will very shortly be going out to tender for the supply of sports clothing. A supplier will be required to provide high quality corporate clothing for University of Edinburgh Sport over the next six years (3 year initial term with the option to extend for an additional 3 years). Clothing requirements include leisure wear (staff uniform), team wear, fan wear, and high performance wear. This requirement will encompass the supply of high-quality garments, which are durable, functional, stylish, fitted and affordable. Male and female "cuts" are expected within the overall context of quality performance and design.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528523
    University Sports Clothing - The University of Edinburgh is appointing a supplier for the provision of sports clothing.

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