---
title: "LUV01399 - Graduation Gowning"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f839"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER"
published: "2026-01-09"
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# LUV01399 - Graduation Gowning

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f839

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## Summary

The University of Leicester has awarded a contract for the "Graduation Gowning" service, which involves the supply of staff and student gowning for both winter and summer graduation ceremonies. The procurement process, completed through a direct award method, was finalised with Ede & Ravenscroft, a large supplier based in London. This public procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically "Special clothing and accessories," within the industry category. The contract, valued at £1,375,000, is scheduled to commence on 1st February 2026 and will conclude on 31st January 2029, with a possible extension of up to 24 months. The primary location for service is Leicester, United Kingdom, within the UKF21 region.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in ceremonial attire and accessories, particularly those capable of delivering high-volume, high-quality gowning services. Large suppliers like Ede & Ravenscroft, with expertise and established operations in the special clothing sector, are well-suited to capitalize on such contracts. Businesses looking to grow in the public sector's clothing and accessories market can take inspiration from this procurement, focusing on direct awards and building strong relationships with educational institutions such as sub-central government authorities. Moreover, understanding the requirements and standards expected by such entities can position other suppliers favourably for similar future opportunities.

## Notice

Supply of staff and student gowning service for winter and summer graduation ceremonies To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1005332482

### Procurement Information

N/A

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001897-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,375,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE1 7RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester |
| Local authority | Leicester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Leicester South |
| 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

### Codes

- 18400000 - Special clothing and accessories

## Release History

- 9 Jan 2026 at 14:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001897-2026
- 17 Dec 2025 at 16:05 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084007-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001897-2026
  9th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084007-2025
  17th December 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1005332482
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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