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title: "First Rail - GWR and SWR Uniform Provision"
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# First Rail - GWR and SWR Uniform Provision

Buyer: FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04ca01

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## Summary

First Greater Western Limited is inviting tenders for the provision of a fully managed Employee Uniform service for its Train Operating Companies (TOCs) First MTR South Western Trains Limited (SWR) and First Greater Western Limited (GWR). This tender falls under the industry category of Corporate Clothing (CPV code 18222000). The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with the closing date for submissions set for 19 January 2025. The total contract value is £8,000,000 over a term of up to five years, starting with an initial three-year period, extendable by two more years. The procurement method being used is a negotiated procedure with prior call for competition, reflecting a selective approach to supplier selection.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in corporate clothing and managed uniform services. With an allocated budget of £1,600,000 per annum, the contract requires end-to-end management of uniform supply including design, manufacturing, stock management, and distribution to designated delivery locations. Additionally, the successful supplier will need to implement an online ordering system and ensure sustainability practices. Businesses capable of providing comprehensive uniform management systems, particularly those with experience in servicing large transport operators, will be well-suited to compete in this tender. Winning this contract could significantly enhance a supplier's presence in the rail sector and provide steady revenue over the contract duration.

## Notice

First Rail Holdings (FRH) are tendering for the provision of a fully managed Employee Uniform service to the below FRH Train Operating Companies (TOCs): * First MTR South Western Trains Limited ("SWR") - 07900320 * First Greater Western Limited ("GWR") - 05113733

### Lot Information

Lot 1

First Rail Holdings (FRH) are tendering for the provision of a fully managed uniform service to the following FirstGroup Rail Companies ('the Customer') in the UK: First MTR South Western Trains Limited ("SWR") - 07900320 First Greater Western Limited ("GWR") - 05113733 There is no major rebrand or design activity expected during the mobilisation of the contract. The Customer seeks tenders for the provision of these services for a 3+2 term (an initial 3-year contracted period with the option to extend for a further 2 years). The Customer intends to award separate TOC contracts to the entities listed above and, the Customer will award all contracts to a single supplier based on the outcome of a MEAT (most economically advantageous tender) evaluation methodology. Requirements Summary: 1.1 The Supplier will perform the Goods and Services to meet the requirements of the Agreement. 1.2 The manufacture, [design if applicable] and supply of the Customers employee's uniform ('Garments'). 1.3 End-to-end management of the phased mobilisation of all Customer contracts to a defined timeline, implementation includes facilitating the transfer of stock from incumbent premises and reprocessing/ booking. 1.4 Dedicated Contract Management. 1.5 All distribution and delivery of Garments to the Customer's designated delivery locations, 1.6 Robust stock holding and forecast process to ensure Garments are available and can be delivered to the Customer in line with demand, 1.7 The provision of a customer facing online system for employee ordering, allocation controls, return and exchange of Garments. 1.8 Supporting the Customer to adopt sustainable business practices and take advantage of advances in sustainability.

Options: An initial 3-year contracted term with the option to extend up to a further 2 years. Contract Value is PS1,600,000 per annum. PS4,800,000 for initial 3-years and a further PS3,200,000 for the 2-year optional extended period. PS8,000,000 total over the full contract term.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041144-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,000,000 |
| Lots value | £8,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED |
| Additional buyers | FIRST MTR SOUTH WESTERN TRAINS LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | West London |
| Postcode | W2 1AF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Hyde Park |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

### Codes

- 18222000 - Corporate clothing

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2024 at 10:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041144-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://redirect.transaxions.com/events/ooObd
- https://www.gwr.com/
- https://www.southwesternrailway.com/

## Provenance

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