Scope
Reference
MW_UoP_FOHStudentUniform_139_026
Description
The University of Plymouth intend to procure a provider for the supply of student medical uniforms for the next 3-5 years. The uniforms will be used by undergraduate students within the Faculty of Health during placements and as part of their education journey. The Faculty of Health have more than 1000 students every year across different undergraduate programmes who will require student medical uniforms. These student numbers are indicative, and actual numbers will vary year to year: we are therefore unable to guarantee numbers at this time. Placement times may also change, necessitating changes in delivery dates. The bulk of the delivery dates are before the start of a programme, the uniform has a strict delivery date. With the bulk of the uniform needing to be delivered in September - early October. We would like to take the opportunity to do some preliminary market engagement to determine current interest levels in the market. Uniform demand is linked to student numbers but the University of Plymouth currently spends in the region of £100,000 per annum on medical uniforms for students. Medical uniforms will need to follow NHS approved material guidelines as well as match the existing uniform like for like. The University is also keen to explore the extent to which fairtrade materials could be incorporated over the lifetime of any resultant contract. Discussions on this will also be of interest during any preliminary market engagement. If you are interested in the opportunity, please express interest Via the messaging function on Mercell
Total value (estimated)
- £500,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 31 March 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2031
- 5 years, 1 day
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories
Contract locations
- UKK - South West (England)
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
28 February 2026
Engagement process description
The University of Plymouth intend to procure a provider for the supply of student medical uniforms for the next 3-5 years. The uniforms will be used by undergraduate students within the Faculty of Health during placements and as part of their education journey. The Faculty of Health have more than 1000 students every year across different undergraduate programmes who will require student medical uniforms. These student numbers are indicative, and actual numbers will vary year to year: we are therefore unable to guarantee numbers at this time. Placement times may also change, necessitating changes in delivery dates. The bulk of the delivery dates are before the start of a programme, the uniform has a strict delivery date. With the bulk of the uniform needing to be delivered in September - early October. We would like to take the opportunity to do some preliminary market engagement to determine current interest levels in the market. Uniform demand is linked to student numbers but the University of Plymouth currently spends in the region of £100,000 per annum on medical uniforms for students. Medical uniforms will need to follow NHS approved material guidelines as well as match the existing uniform like for like. The University is also keen to explore the extent to which fairtrade materials could be incorporated over the lifetime of any resultant contract. Discussions on this will also be of interest during any preliminary market engagement. If you are interested in the opportunity, please express interest Via the messaging function on Mercell
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
16 March 2026
Contracting authority
University of Plymouth
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQHL-4825-PGGL
Drake Circus
Plymouth, Devon
PL4 8AA
United Kingdom
Contact name: Megan Worth
Email: megan.worth@plymouth.ac.uk
Website: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/about-us/university-structure/service-areas/procurement
Region: UKK41 - Plymouth
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government