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Summary of the contracting process

Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen recently concluded the award phase of a tender process titled "Provision of Sports Clothing and Associated Apparel," which falls under the education industry category. The contract was finalised on 28th July 2026, with ASPIRE INDUSTRIAL SERVICES, based in Glasgow, selected as the supplier. The procurement method used was open procedure, geared towards the provision of high-quality sports and leisure clothing with an emphasis on durability and brand representation, facilitated through an online ordering platform. Key tender details included a delivery location at RGU's sports facilities in Aberdeen, with a total contract value of £150,000. The tender was first announced on 31st March 2026, with bids closing on the 1st of May 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on manufacturing or supplying sports and leisure apparel, particularly those capable of delivering functional and durable products that adhere to specific branding requirements. Given the open procurement approach, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), such as ASPIRE INDUSTRIAL SERVICES, were well-positioned to participate and succeed. The contract not only requires high-quality garments but also the implementation of a robust online ordering system, offering growth potential for companies specializing in e-commerce platforms alongside sports apparel. Companies capable of offering innovative sports clothing solutions with customisation options for teams and educational institutions could find this type of contract beneficial for expanding their market presence and building strategic partnerships within the educational sector.

How relevant is this notice?

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.

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=JUL561181
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
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
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASPIRE INDUSTRIAL SERVICES

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.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561181
    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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