Tender

Provision of Sports Clothing and Associated Apparel

ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY

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Tender

31 Mar 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Robert Gordon University, based in Aberdeen, is engaging in a procurement process for the provision of sports clothing and associated apparel for its RGU SPORT division. This open tender, categorised under the education industry, seeks a supplier to deliver high-quality, durable sportswear that aligns with the University's brand, colour scheme, and logo. The procurement method used is the open procedure, allowing for electronic submissions only. The deadline for submitting tender proposals is set for 1st May 2026, after which the award period will commence. The contract will be located at the University's RGU SPORT facilities in Aberdeen, under a procurement status that is currently active.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in sportswear and leisure apparel manufacturing, particularly those with expertise in garment functionality, durability, and brand customisation. Companies that can provide an online ordering platform and demonstrate capability in embroidery or sublimation of sportswear are well-suited to pursue this contract. With a potential contract extension of up to four years, there is a substantial opportunity for business growth in building a long-term partnership with Robert Gordon University. This tender not only offers a platform for showcasing quality and innovation in sports apparel but also enables suppliers to expand their market presence within the educational sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Sports Clothing and Associated Apparel

Notice Description

RGU SPORT is seeking a supplier to provide high-quality, durable sports and leisure clothing that reflects the University's brand, using approved black and purple colours and the authorised RGU SPORT logo. Garments must be functional, breathable, hard-wearing, and suitable for competitive and recreational sport, with robust embroidery or sublimation. The contract covers staff wear, sports scholar kit, coaching uniforms, academic teaching and learning clothing, sports club team kits, and leisurewear. The supplier must also provide an online ordering platform.

Lot Information

Lot 1

RGU SPORT is seeking a supplier to provide high-quality, durable sports and leisure clothing that reflects the University's brand, using approved black and purple colours and the authorised RGU SPORT logo. Garments must be functional, breathable, hard-wearing, and suitable for competitive and recreational sport, with robust embroidery or sublimation. The contract covers staff wear, sports scholar kit, coaching uniforms, academic teaching and learning clothing, sports club team kits, and leisurewear. The supplier must also provide an online ordering platform and support approval of new garment designs.

Renewal: Option to extend the contract by agreement for up to two additional periods of one year each.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827916
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552915
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Future notices will depend on whether the contract extensions are applied. If no extensions are used, a notice is expected around early 2029. If all extensions are taken, a notice is anticipated around early 2031.

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB10 7FY
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Airyhall/Broomhill/Garthdee
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552915
    Provision of Sports Clothing and Associated Apparel - RGU SPORT is seeking a supplier to provide high-quality, durable sports and leisure clothing that reflects the University's brand, using approved black and purple colours and the authorised RGU SPORT logo. Garments must be functional, breathable, hard-wearing, and suitable for competitive and recreational sport, with robust embroidery or sublimation. The contract covers staff wear, sports scholar kit, coaching uniforms, academic teaching and learning clothing, sports club team kits, and leisurewear. The supplier must also provide an online ordering platform.

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