Planning

CT1199 School Uniforms Framework 2026

THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

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Planning

17 Apr 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council is initiating a tender process for the procurement of goods related to the "CT1199 School Uniforms Framework 2026." Situated in Edinburgh, UKM75 region, the council is planning for two lots of school uniforms, including generic non-branded items and school-branded items like ties and sportswear. The procurement falls under the industry category of general public services, with a CPV classification of 18000000. The process is currently in the planning stage, and the future notice date is set for 1st June 2026. Businesses interested should keep note of key dates and monitor updates on the Public Contracts Scotland website.

This tender provides an attractive opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of school uniforms to expand their market reach within the public sector. Firms specialising in producing durable, high-quality clothing items tailored for school environments would be particularly well-suited to compete. The tender process allows businesses to engage with a significant regional authority, potentially leading to long-term contracts and repeat business. Those offering competitive pricing, reliable delivery schedules, and a focus on meeting specific regional requirements will likely find this an advantageous opportunity to foster growth and establish a robust presence within the public procurement domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CT1199 School Uniforms Framework 2026

Notice Description

Update on School Uniform Policy and Framework 2026. Please refer to attached PIN document for further information.

Lot Information

Generic non branded items of uniform and clothing

Generic, non-branded items of uniform and clothing. Please refer to PIN document for further information

School branded items of uniform and clothing, including ties, hoodies and sportswear

School branded items of uniform and clothing, including ties, hoodies and sportswear. Please refer to PIN document for further information

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829655
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554072
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
Post Town
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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