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title: "Swimming Gear and Accessories"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Swimming Gear and Accessories

Buyer: IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0028b5ee-1ef2-46b5-b20f-ce3ca0acf22a

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## Summary

The Ipswich Borough Council is seeking suppliers for "Swimming Gear and Accessories" to support its facilities at Crown Pools and Fore Street, among others in Ipswich, East of England. This open procurement process is currently in the tender stage, published on 21st March 2022, with submissions due by 12th April 2022. The contract is anticipated to commence on 18th May 2022 and will extend for four years, concluding on 18th May 2026. This initiative falls under the goods category with a focus on headgear and accessories (CPV Code: 18443000).

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialised in the supply of swimming-related products, particularly those capable of providing quality goods on an as-needed basis. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is designed to be inclusive. Competitors could include manufacturers and distributors of swimming gear, retail businesses with a focus on sports equipment, or service providers geared towards aquatic activities, all aiming to service the local council’s requirements while expanding their market presence.

## Notice

The council's is looking for a suitable supplier of swimming goods for resale at Crown Pools and Fore Street and other Ipswich Borough Council sites that may require the ability to purchase products on an ad hoc basis as and when required. There is the facility to stock and sell products to our customers in Crown Pools and Fore Street Swimming Centres which generates income and provides essential equipment for customers to ensure they are satisfied with their swim Additional information: This opportunity is available in the 'Current Tenders' area of www.suffolksourcing.uk. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7be3d8c-7c3f-4235-b7de-ff2c9b9bd7de |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 May 2022 - 18 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SUFFOLK |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

### Codes

- 18443000 - Headgear and headgear accessories

## Release History

- 21 Mar 2022 at 13:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7be3d8c-7c3f-4235-b7de-ff2c9b9bd7de

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7be3d8c-7c3f-4235-b7de-ff2c9b9bd7de
  21st March 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.ipswich.gov.uk/services/procurement-and-tendering
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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