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title: "T1120 Student Placement Uniforms"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX"
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# T1120 Student Placement Uniforms

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-067e956d-8b41-490e-90df-fae2f529c34f

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## Summary

The University of Essex, based in Colchester, undertook a tendering process under the title "T1120 Student Placement Uniforms," falling within the category of occupational clothing, special workwear, and accessories. The procurement aimed to meet uniform needs across the United Kingdom and other global locations including British Overseas Territories and Europe. This process reached its award stage on 17th July 2025, with Work In Style Ltd named as the supplier. The contract, valued at £130,000, covers a period from 2nd September 2025 to 1st September 2027. Although the exact procurement method was not specified, the project attracted attention particularly from SMEs and VCSEs, with materials available for review until the tender period closed on 25th June 2025.

This tender presents distinct opportunities for businesses specialising in occupational clothing and uniform supply, with the potential for significant growth and increased visibility in both local and international markets. SMEs and VCSEs, in particular, stand to benefit from such projects, given their suitability noted in the tender. Businesses with robust logistics and the capability to distribute goods to diverse locations will find this contract advantageous. The structured and publicly transparent procurement process of the University of Essex supports competitive bidding, fostering an environment where diverse suppliers can engage and expand their business reach effectively.

## Notice

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## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8dd0e8d-30eb-4703-a104-27c7a9c306ca |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2025 - 1 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £130,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 3SQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Wivenhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Harwich and North Essex |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WORK IN STYLE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

### Codes

- 18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2025 at 09:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8dd0e8d-30eb-4703-a104-27c7a9c306ca

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8dd0e8d-30eb-4703-a104-27c7a9c306ca
  17th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login?cid=UNIESSEX
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