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title: "Graduation Services"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)"
published: "2022-04-07"
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# Graduation Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-87ea8af8-e4f8-424f-822f-ef66b76be22f

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## Summary

The University of Salford is seeking a single provider for its Graduation Services through an open tender procurement process. This opportunity is valued at £1,800,000 and covers a three-year contract period starting from 1 September 2022, with an option for two additional 12-month extensions. The tender is classified under the industry category of occupational clothing, special workwear, and accessories, and submissions are due by 9 May 2022. The services will be delivered in the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in providing graduation-related services, particularly those with experience in managing large-scale events and service delivery in an academic setting. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, offering them a chance to engage with a prominent educational institution and potentially secure a long-term contract that can enhance their portfolio and expertise in the educational sector.

## Notice

The University is looking for a single provider of Graduation services to bid for a contract that is 3 years initially with 2 further 12month extension available. The University has NOT divided this opportunity into Lots.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56a1ea1c-4eba-46fa-83bd-148957e74d6e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 9 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2022 - 31 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,800,000 |
| 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 SALFORD(THE) |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M5 4WT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

### Codes

- 18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2022 at 11:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56a1ea1c-4eba-46fa-83bd-148957e74d6e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56a1ea1c-4eba-46fa-83bd-148957e74d6e
  7th April 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/salford/aspx/Home

## Provenance

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