---
title: "Graduation Gowns"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-042c77"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SWANSEA UNIVERSITY"
published: "2024-09-10"
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# Graduation Gowns

Buyer: SWANSEA UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-042c77

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## Summary

Swansea University has completed the procurement process for the hiring of graduation gowns intended for their ceremonies, encompassing both graduates and staff. The procurement falls under the industry category of Higher Education Services (CPV: 80300000) and Special Clothing and Accessories (CPV: 18400000). The process, carried out using an open procedure, concluded with the contract being awarded to Ede & Ravenscroft Ltd. The procurement stage is at the Award stage, with the contract signed on 25th July 2024. This tender process was initiated to appoint a supplier under a concession contract whereby graduates pay directly for the services, and the supplier is obligated to return a minimum of 25% of gown hire income to the university as commission.

For businesses, this tender provides a notable opportunity to engage with educational institutions, particularly those with capabilities in providing specialised clothing and services. Suppliers with strong customer service, technical ability, implementation skills, and sustainability practices would be well-suited to this type of contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can also find considerable growth opportunities, given the transparent open procurement method and specific commission structure. Companies that excel in offering quality services at a competitive price have an excellent chance to secure and benefit from such projects, thereby expanding their footprint in the education sector.

## Notice

The University has a requirement to appoint a supplier to provide the hire of gowns when hosting graduation ceremonies under a concession contract. The requirement will cover both graduates and staff of the University who will partake in the ceremonies Graduates will be required to pay for any services they require direct to the supplier. The supplier will pay a minimum of 25% of their student gown hire income back to the University as commission.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University has a requirement to appoint a supplier to provide the hire of gowns when hosting graduation ceremonies. This is a concession contract. The requirement will cover both graduates and staff of the University who will partake in the ceremonies. Graduates will be required to pay for any services they require direct to the supplier. The supplier will pay a minimum of 25% of their student gown hire income back to the University as commission.

Renewal: Extension period

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028963-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £950,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SWANSEA UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | SWANSEA |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA2 8PP |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea |
| Local authority | Swansea |
| Electoral ward | Sketty |
| Westminster constituency | Swansea West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EDE & RAVENSCROFT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 18400000 - Special clothing and accessories
- 80300000 - Higher education services

## Release History

- 10 Sep 2024 at 13:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028963-2024
- 11 Jan 2024 at 15:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001001-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales
- https://www.swansea.ac.uk

## Provenance

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