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title: "260038 Branded Clothing, Merchandise and Promotional Goods"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c7e3"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST"
published: "2026-07-10"
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# 260038 Branded Clothing, Merchandise and Promotional Goods

Buyer: QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c7e3

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## Summary

Queen's University Belfast is conducting a procurement process for the supply of branded clothing, merchandise, and promotional goods, aimed at enhancing the University's events, marketing activities, and internal operations. This procurement is categorised under "goods" and "public authority - sub-central government," with regulations applicable under Northern Irish devolved laws. Potential bidders should note the open procurement method being employed, with final submissions due by 5th August 2026, and any enquiries to be submitted by 29th July 2026. The procurement involves the delivery within the United Kingdom, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 1st November 2026, with the possibility of renewal for up to 48 additional months.

This tender affords a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in promotional goods and clothing supplies to expand their market presence through a substantial contract valued at approximately GBP 3,400,000. Enterprises capable of delivering high-quality, bespoke items, with expertise in logistics and integrated order systems, are well-suited to participate. Additionally, companies with a focus on customer service, sustainable procurement, and value-added services will find this opportunity well-aligned with their capabilities. Participation in this tender could greatly enhance visibility and establish a longstanding collaboration with a prominent educational institution.

## Notice

Queen's University Belfast is seeking to appoint a single supplier to provide a comprehensive range of promotional merchandise and branded clothing for use across the University. The successful supplier will be responsible for the supply, branding, storage (where required), and delivery of both standard and bespoke items to support University events, marketing activities, student engagement, and internal operational needs. The contract will cover bulk/wholesale items supplied primarily through the Welcome Centre, as well as additional and bespoke items ordered by Schools, Directorates, and other internal customers. Orders will be managed through Queen's internal ordering platform, and the supplier must be able to integrate with and operate in accordance with this system. Further detail on the scope, specifications, pricing, evaluation methodology, and contractual requirements is set out in the ITT documentation, including the Specification and Tender Response Pack.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract shall be for an initial period of 1 year, with the option to extend the contract by up to a further 48 Months subject to satisfactory review.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065012-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | 2031-07-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,833,333 |
| Lots value | £2,833,333 |
| 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 | QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT7 1NN |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 18000000 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories
- 18110000 - Occupational clothing
- 18400000 - Special clothing and accessories
- 30192000 - Office supplies
- 33199000 - Medical clothing
- 79342200 - Promotional services

## Release History

- 10 Jul 2026 at 09:20 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065012-2026
- 9 Jul 2026 at 15:04 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064867-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065012-2026
  10th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064867-2026
  9th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/queensuniversitybelfast/aspx/Home
  Tender documents can be accessed via the link provided within this notice

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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