Tenders/Promotional Merchandise

Promotional Merchandise

North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium

Published: Nov 2, 2026

Updated: Nov 2, 2026

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the general supplies and trade and industry sectors, with a focus on Office Equipment. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the general supplies sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This is an advance notice — the formal tender is expected to be published shortly. Interested parties can use this time to prepare documentation and identify potential partners.

Description

NWUPC is undertaking preliminary market engagement to inform the development of the strategy and tender documentation for the retender of the Promotional Merchandise framework which is due to expire on 30th April 2027. The forthcoming 2027 framework agreement includes the following proposed lot structure, though please note this is not yet finalised and is subject to change before tender publication: Lot 1 Promotional Merchandise includes, but is not limited to, the following scope; technology products, desk accessories, bags, hardware and safety products, key lights and torches, leisure and sports products, drinkware and ceramics, home and living products, key chains, badge holders and stress relievers, notebooks and portfolios, writing instruments, hats, sweatshirts, polo shirts, sweaters, hi vis vests, fleece jackets, cardigans, hoodies, varsity jackets, vest tops, padded jackets, bomber jackets, trousers, body warmers, shorts, ties, aprons, tunics, scarfs and shirts. This lot covers both sales to participating member institutions and direct student purchases through a webshop facility. It is not a mandatory requirement that awarded suppliers are able to offer a webshop facility. This list is not exhaustive. Lot 2 Promotional Clothing includes, but is not limited to, the following scope; hats, sweatshirts, polo shirts, sweaters, hi vis vests, fleece jackets, cardigans, hoodies, varsity jackets, vest tops, padded jackets, bomber jackets, trousers, body warmers, shorts, ties, aprons, tunics, scarfs and shirts and will also include direct sales to students This list is not exhaustive. NWUPC are seeking the input of the market through the use of an engagement survey which is available at the following link: https://fyczm.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2ZCqtUdJrQb2wFMqYqNIg4Q The survey will close on 10th November 2026 at 23:59pm. Prior to completing the survey, please read the supporting information on the current sector agreement for Promotional Merchandise available at: https://www.nwupc.ac.uk/nwupc-updates/preliminary-market-engagement-opportunity-promotional-merchandise-tender/ Additionally, a market engagement Q&A Drop-In Session shall be held on 11th November 2026 at 11am via Microsoft Teams; joining information is below: Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/3868178041070451?p=lJyMB6I2pvIHKknged Meeting ID: 386 817 804 107 045 1 Passcode: Qd9ar6jH

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on November 2, 2026. Last refreshed 4 days ago. Reference: 103796-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium

North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium has issued 7 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 4 currently open and 3 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Information & Communication Technology, and Industry & Manufacturing. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: November 6, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 103796-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the General Supplies & Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.