---
title: "Linen 070-2024 Provision of Linen Services at Manchester Central Convention Complex Limited"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-047d28"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-047d28"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-047d28.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-047d28.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2024-08-22"
---

# Linen 070-2024 Provision of Linen Services at Manchester Central Convention Complex Limited

Buyer: MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-047d28

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-047d28)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-047d28.json)

## Summary

Manchester City Council has engaged in a procurement process to award a contract for the provision of linen services at Manchester Central Convention Complex Limited. The contract, with an estimated annual spend of £100k, spans three years starting from 1st September 2024, with an option for a two-year extension. The procurement, classified under the industry category "Table linen" (CPV: 39513000), was carried out through an open procedure. Key dates include the contract signing on 22nd August 2024 and the tender period ending on 26th July 2024. The tendering process included a requirement for quality tests on samples between 15th and 22nd July 2024. Located in Manchester's UKD region, the project was managed by Manchester City Council with Mr Luke Sheldon as the primary contact.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers experienced in servicing dynamic event spaces such as conventions, banquets, and exhibitions. The contract necessitates flexibility in responding to orders and collections, including potential last-minute or same-day deliveries, making it suitable for businesses capable of rapid logistical operations. Small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in high-quality, durable linen products and possessing robust corporate and social responsibility standards are well-positioned to compete. The awarded supplier, Table Linen Company Ltd, indicates that well-prepared SMEs can successfully secure public contracts of this nature, potentially enhancing their market presence and financial stability.

## Notice

Manchester Central is currently looking for a Contractor to provide Linen Services at Manchester Central. The Contract will be for a period of three (3) years from the commencement date of services, with an option to extend for a further two (2) years. The anticipated Contract start date is 01st September 2024 with an estimated spend per year of 100k dependant on event requirements.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Manchester Central is currently looking for a Contractor to provide Linen Services at Manchester Central. The Contract will be for a period of three (3) years from the commencement date of services, with an option to extend for a further two (2) years. The anticipated Contract start date is 01st September 2024 with an estimated spend per year of PS100k dependant on event requirements. The successful supplier will provide linen for all event types, including banquets, conferences, and exhibitions. Given the dynamic nature of the events industry, the supplier will be expected to respond to orders and collections as required, potentially with a last minute or same day delivery. The contract includes a minimum of 500 blue box cloths, to be made as per MCCC specification at the supplier's cost. A selection of samples, as per the list in Section F is requested for delivery between the 15th July & 22nd July for a quality test. Manchester Central reserve the right to reject any product where we can reasonably demonstrate that it is not of accepted quality. Samples should be sent for the attention of Luke Sheldon, Windmill Street, Manchester M2 3GX.

Renewal: The Contract will be for a period of three (3) years from the commencement date of services, with an option to extend for a further two (2) years. The anticipated Contract start date is 01st September 2024 with an estimated spend per year of 100k dependant on event requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026829-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £334,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M2 3GX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TABLE LINEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39513000 - Table linen

## Release History

- 22 Aug 2024 at 11:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026829-2024
- 12 Jul 2024 at 15:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021523-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.manchester.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-047d28. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-047d28.json.