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title: "Fitness & Sports Equipment"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000538627"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "APUC LIMITED"
published: "2018-04-09"
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# Fitness & Sports Equipment

Buyer: APUC LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000538627

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by APUC Limited, a central purchasing body based in Stirling, Scotland. The tender is titled "Fitness & Sports Equipment" and falls under the education industry category. Currently in the active tender stage, it is inviting bids for the supply of various fitness equipment to higher and further education institutions, NHS National Procurement bodies, and the Scottish Government, among others. The deadline for submission is 10 May 2018, with the award period commencing shortly thereafter on the same day. This procurement method is classified as an open procedure, focusing on goods with a total estimated value of £12 million.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply of fitness and sports equipment, particularly those with a focus on cardiovascular machines, resistance training gear, free weights, and fitness accessories. Companies capable of fulfilling the specific requirements for Scotland's educational and healthcare institutions would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Furthermore, businesses that can demonstrate compliance with social, ethical, and environmental standards are likely to enhance their bidding prospects, given the framework's emphasis on responsible sourcing and service delivery.

## Notice

The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Fitness & Sports Equipment including Cardiovascular; Cycling; Resistance; Free Weights; Fitness Accessories and Sports Equipment to the higher education (HE) institutions and further education (FE) institutions, of Scotland, the NHS National Procurement in Scotland (and their members and affiliated bodies), Scotland Excel (and their members and affiliated bodies), and Scottish Government bodies including: Police Scotland Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Parties eligible to use the Framework Agreement are as listed on Appendix E - List of Institutions.

### Lot Information

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular Users of this Framework may have a requirement for Cardiovascular including but not limited to: Treadmills Cross/Elliptical Trainers Rowers Stair Climbers Upper Body Ergometer Vibration Plate

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on the 7 June 2018 for an initial period of 3 years and will expire on the 6 June 2021. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a further 1 x 12 month periods subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

Cycling

Cycling Users of this Framework may have a requirement for Cycling including but not limited to: Upright Cycles Recumbent Cycles Studio Cycles Spin Bike Indoor Cycles Air Bikes Smart Trainer

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on the 7 June 2018 for an initial period of 3 years and will expire on the 6 June 2021. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a further 1 x 12 month periods subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

Resistance Equipment/Fixed Weight

Resistance Equipment/Fixed Weight Users of this Framework may have a requirement for Resistance/Fixed Weight including but not limited to: Assisted Chin & Dip Lateral Pull Down Seated Row Back Extensions Chest Press Multi Press Leg Curl Leg Press Leg Extension Cable Cross Abdominal Weight Machine

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on the 7 June 2018 for an initial period of 3 years and will expire on the 6 June 2021. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a further 1 x 12 month periods subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

Free Weights

Free Weights Users of this Framework may have a requirement for Free Weights including but not limited to: Full Power Rack Half rack Squat Rack Flat Bench Training Bars Dumbells & rack Barbell Set & Rack Training Discs

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on the 7 June 2018 for an initial period of 3 years and will expire on the 6 June 2021. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a further 1 x 12 month periods subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

Fitness Accessories

Fitness Accessories Users of this Framework may have a requirement for Fitness Equipment including but not limited to: Specialist Mats E.g. Yoga; Gym Fitness Steps Balance Balls (various sizes) Trampolines Resistance Bands Jump/Skipping Ropes Fitness Hoops Jump Boxes Kettle Bells and Rack Health Screening & Fitness Testing Equipment

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on the 7 June 2018 for an initial period of 3 years and will expire on the 6 June 2021. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a further 1 x 12 month periods subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

Sports Equipment

Sports Equipment Users of this Framework may have a requirement for Sports Equipment including but not limited to: Vaulting Equipment Trampolines Balance Beams Specialist Mats Springboards Nets for various sports Balls for various sports Bats/Sticks for various sports Goal Posts for various sports Gym based Climbing Wall with Climbing Ropes

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on the 7 June 2018 for an initial period of 3 years and will expire on the 6 June 2021. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a further 1 x 12 month periods subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR316335 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 9 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 10 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | February 2022 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | APUC LIMITED |
| Locality | STIRLING |
| Post town | Falkirk and Stirling |
| Postcode | FK8 2DZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |
| Local authority | Stirling |
| Electoral ward | Stirling East |
| Westminster constituency | Stirling and Strathallan |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 37400000 - Sports goods and equipment
- 37440000 - Fitness equipments
- 37442500 - Fitness weights
- 51121000 - Installation services of fitness equipment

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR316335

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR316335
  Fitness & Sports Equipment - The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Fitness & Sports Equipment including Cardiovascular; Cycling; Resistance; Free Weights; Fitness Accessories and Sports Equipment to the higher education (HE) institutions and further education (FE) institutions, of Scotland, the NHS National Procurement in Scotland (and their members and affiliated bodies), Scotland Excel (and their members and affiliated bodies), and Scottish Government bodies including: Police Scotland Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Parties eligible to use the Framework Agreement are as listed on Appendix E - List of Institutions.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.ucsp.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000538627
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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