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title: "University Sports Clothing"
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# University Sports Clothing

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0493f0

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh is set to initiate a public procurement process for the supply of high-quality, bespoke sports clothing under the title "University Sports Clothing". The primary industry category for this tender is "Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories" with a specific emphasis on sportswear. This process includes an open procedure to select a supplier who will provide clothing for University sport, including staff uniforms, team wear, fan wear, and high-performance wear. The procurement is at the tender stage with significant key dates, including a tender period end date on December 23, 2024, and the commencement of initial contract in August 2025. The estimated value of the contract over six years is £2,000,000, with a three-year initial term and an option for extension by an additional three years.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies that specialise in providing durable, functional, stylish, and affordable sports and leisure wear. Suppliers with capabilities in delivering gender-specific cuts and high-performance wear stand to benefit. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are highly encouraged to participate, especially those with robust quality management processes, financial strength, and a strong commitment to sustainability standards. This opportunity is well-suited for businesses that can demonstrate innovation, competitive pricing, and the ability to handle substantial contract values with a clear record of delivering high-quality products.

## Notice

The University of Edinburgh is appointing a supplier for the provision of sports clothing.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh is appointing a supplier for the provision of sports clothing. This covers the supply of bespoke, branded clothing including: staff uniforms, playing kit, high performance wear (where applicable), and leisure wear. The initial Contract period is for 3 years from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2028. The University has the option to extend for a further 3 years, potentially taking the contract through to 31st July 2031.

Options: The initial Contract period is for 3 years from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2028. The University has the option to extend for a further 3 years, potentially taking the contract through to 31st July 2031.

Renewal: The initial contract period is 3 years with one option to extend for a further 3 years (3 + 3).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015512-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | 8 Sep 2024 |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,000,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DREAMSPORT 2022 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

### Codes

- 18000000 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 18412000 - Sportswear

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2025 at 11:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015512-2025
- 22 Nov 2024 at 10:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037771-2024
- 26 Aug 2024 at 15:26 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027205-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000783985
- https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/sustainable-procurement-the-government-buying-standards-gbs
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00107
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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