--- title: "Supply of Graduation & Ceremonial Gowns, Photography and Events Services - Mini competition using the LUPC Framework Agreement - Framework Reference PFB5073LU" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5c0728eb-fe84-4e14-99a9-e1db7ec46dd6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5c0728eb-fe84-4e14-99a9-e1db7ec46dd6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5c0728eb-fe84-4e14-99a9-e1db7ec46dd6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5c0728eb-fe84-4e14-99a9-e1db7ec46dd6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA" published: "2023-05-09" --- # Supply of Graduation & Ceremonial Gowns, Photography and Events Services - Mini competition using the LUPC Framework Agreement - Framework Reference PFB5073LU Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5c0728eb-fe84-4e14-99a9-e1db7ec46dd6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5c0728eb-fe84-4e14-99a9-e1db7ec46dd6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5c0728eb-fe84-4e14-99a9-e1db7ec46dd6.json) ## Summary The University of Cumbria is seeking tenders for the supply of Graduation & Ceremonial Gowns, Photography, and Events Services through a mini competition using the LUPC Framework Agreement. The procurement process involves two lots: Graduation Gowns and Photography Services, each with a three-year contract duration starting from 1st August 2023. The tender deadline is 8th June 2023. Suppliers must be listed on the relevant lots of the Framework to submit returns. The procurement falls under the services category and is suited for SMEs. This tender opportunity from the University of Cumbria provides a chance for suppliers specialising in special clothing, accessories, and specialised photography services to expand their business. Businesses offering gown management, photography for ceremonies, and event services are well-suited to compete. The contract duration and potential for extension offer a stable opportunity for growth and collaboration with the university in ceremonial events and photography services. ## Notice The University of Cumbria are inviting tenders for the supply of Graduation & Ceremonial Gowns, Photography and Events Services. This contract is offered via a mini competition using the LUPC Framework Agreement for the supply of Graduation & Ceremonial Gowns, Photography and Events Services (Framework Reference PFB5073LU). LOT 1 Graduation Gowns The University is looking to appoint a supplier to manage and operate the provision of ceremonial dress for graduation including gowns, hoods and hats for students, University staff, partners and stakeholders. The initial booking process should be managed by the supplier's website which should run alongside the University's ceremony administration. In addition, there would be the expectation that the supplier have adequate numbers of staff present at all ceremonies in order to assist with the robing process for students and academic staff. The university wishes to award the contract for a three-year period, commencing 1st August 2023 with the option to extend for a further two years. LOT 2 Photography Services We are also looking to appoint a supplier to manage and operate the photography for the graduation, including photographs for the students, Honorary Fellows, and Prize Winners. In addition, to offer services at other University events, such as inaugurations, when required. The University would require the supplier to assume responsibility of operations at the graduations, providing all necessary staff. The University wishes to award the contract for a three-year period, commencing 1st August 2023 with the option to extend for a further two years. Only those suppliers listed on the relevant LOTs of this Framework are eligible to submit returns. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8110845e-f311-4ef0-8439-ce73e108d113 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 May 2023 | | Submission deadline | 8 Jun 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Aug 2023 - 31 Jul 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 | UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA | | Locality | LANCASHIRE | | Post town | Lancaster | | Postcode | LA1 3BE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre | | Local authority | Lancaster | | Electoral ward | John O'Gaunt | | Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 18400000 - Special clothing and accessories - 79961300 - Specialised photography services ## Release History - 9 May 2023 at 13:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8110845e-f311-4ef0-8439-ce73e108d113 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8110845e-f311-4ef0-8439-ce73e108d113 9th May 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofcumbria/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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