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# Workwear and PPE

Buyer: THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2895e059-da66-4bd0-908d-a54c0d37ddb4

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## Summary

The Association of North East Councils, trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO), has completed the tender process for a multi-supplier, multi-lot Framework Agreement for the provision of Workwear and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for use by contracting authorities throughout the United Kingdom. The Framework Agreement, categorized under "Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories" (CPV code 18000000), is valued at £73.2 million and will run from 1st December 2024 to 30th November 2028, with an option to extend for an additional 24 months. The tender was conducted using an open procedure above the threshold, and tender submission ended on 21st March 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, involved in the production and supply of workwear and PPE. The successful companies include a mix of SMEs such as 1st Coverall and Custom Planet Limited, and larger firms like Bates Office Services Ltd and Thomas Graham & Sons Ltd. The awarded suppliers will benefit from stable, long-term contracts, potentially enhancing their market presence and financial stability. This procurement process, managed by NEPO, encourages competition and supports diverse business growth across the UK.

## Notice

The Association of North East Councils Trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) is seeking to establish a multi-supplier, multi-lot Framework Agreement for the provision of Workwear and PPE for use by contracting authorities throughout the United Kingdom. It is envisaged that the Framework Agreement will be for a period of 48 months with an option to extend for a further 1 x 24-month period. NEPO intends to publish an Invitation to Tender via the Open eTendering system. Suppliers wishing to be considered for this Framework Agreement must register their expression of interest and submit a tender through the NEPO's eTendering system. If not already registered, candidates should register on the Open eTender system at: https://www.nepo.org/open Tenders must be submitted using the link above. Tenders submitted via post or email methods will not be accepted. Guidance for how to create an account, search for opportunities, and respond is included within the Supplier's Hub. If you require further support, please email open.support@nepo.org.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc077c8d-e0ad-40f8-a68a-ab2ae60f3e82 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 5 Nov 2024 - 4 Nov 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £73,200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £73,200,000 |
| 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 | THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE8 3DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | Bridges |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 11 |
| Supplier names | 1ST COVERALL; BATES OFFICE SERVICES; CUSTOM PLANET; D. R. CASWELL; HEALTHY BEAN; LION SAFETY; SMI INT GROUP; THOMAS GRAHAM & SONS; THOMAS OWEN & SONS; UKR GENERAL TRADING; WORKWEAR EXPRESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 18000000 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 35815000 - Garments for anti-ballistic protection

## Release History

- 8 Nov 2024 at 14:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc077c8d-e0ad-40f8-a68a-ab2ae60f3e82
- 15 Feb 2024 at 13:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07b70730-e7c4-4acc-8db6-61236ddf2e09

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc077c8d-e0ad-40f8-a68a-ab2ae60f3e82
  8th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07b70730-e7c4-4acc-8db6-61236ddf2e09
  15th February 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.nepo.org/open

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