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Hi-visibility workwear & Laundry Services

TRANSPORT UK EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 27 Sept 2026, 00:41.

Opportunity overview

Suppliers are requested to submit proposals to the EMR for the provision and laundering of high-visibility workwear for the EMR Fleet Department. This tender is split into lots to enable EMR to pursue the most advantageous tender. EMR reserves the right to award either Lots 1 & 3 or 2 (on its own) and is not committed to awarding any or all Lots. All Lots are listed as per the below • Lot 1 - Purchase of Work Wears, Appendix C • Lot 2 - Lease and laundering of Work Wears, Appendix D • Lot 3 - Laundering of Work Wears, Appendix E Aims In delivering the contract, EMR requires the Supplier to undertake the following: • Deliver a compliant procurement process in line with the Procurement Act 2023 using a Competitive Flexible Procedure • Ensure continuity and flexibility to allow transfer of the procurement and/or contract to a future successor operator • Provide a high-quality, fully managed high-visibility workwear solution. • Provide a consistent service across all EMR locations, supporting a geographically dispersed workforce • Ensure all workwear meets required safety and compliance standards (e.g., Network Rail RIS-3279-TOM) • Deliver an end-to-end managed service, including supply, sizing, branding, tracking, repairs, and replacements (purchase and or lease), • Deliver an end-to-end managed service, tracking, repairs, and replacements (Laundry) • Implement an efficient coordination model, including reliable delivery, collection, and regular laundering services. • Enable user-focused services, such as individual allocation, ordering, returns, and locker-based or similar distribution. (Currently, EMR has Locker facilities provided by the present incumbent and would look to have the same facilities offered from perspective supplier(s) • Maintain high-quality assurance standards, supported by robust control systems and performance monitoring. • Promote operational efficiency and responsiveness, including quick resolution of defects, errors, or service issues, and reduce lost and damaged items • Support sustainability objectives, including reduced and recyclable packaging, • Ensure clear ordering, tracking, and reporting processes, aligned with EMR requirements.

Classification

  • CPV18110000 — Occupational clothing
  • CPV18210000 — Coats
  • CPV18221000 — Waterproof clothing
  • CPV18223200 — Jackets
  • CPV18234000 — Trousers
  • CPV18331000 — T-shirts
  • CPV18333000 — Polo shirts
  • CPV98311000 — Laundry-collection services

Lots

  • Purchase of workwear£430k
  • Lease and launder of workwear£1
  • Laundry services£250k

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
EMR/NK/45
Status
active
Procurement Method
selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Main Procurement Category
services
Above Threshold
Yes
Expression Of Interest Deadline
10 Aug 2026, 23:59

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Procedure

Features
Stage 1: Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) Any Tenderer receiving a "Fail" on a Condition of Participation, or achieving a score of below 3 on any scored capability question, will fail the Pre-Qualification Quality Threshold and will not be shortlisted for the Invitation to Tender (ITT) Stage 1. Stage 2: Initial Tender (ITT Stage 1) This stage will be scored against an available weighting of 85% of the total evaluation marks. These initial Tenders will form the baseline for subsequent stages. Upon completion of the consensus evaluation, the top 5 highest-scoring Tenderers who have met the minimum quality threshold will be shortlisted and invited to participate in ITT Stage 2. Stage 3: Interactive Presentation & Negotiation (ITT Stage 2) The 5 highest scoring, shortlisted Tenderers from Stage 2 (ITT Stage 1) will be invited to participate in an interactive Stage 3 (ITT Stage 2) Stage 4: Final Revised Tender (BAFO Submission Stage) The 2 highest-scoring Tenderers following the conclusion of ITT Stage 2 will be formally invited to submit a Final Revised Tender via a formal Best and Final Offer (BAFO) submission stage Stage 5: Post-Tender Clarification Gate Following the submission of the Final Revised Tender (BAFO), EMR reserves the right to conduct a final interview or clarification stage. This will be strictly utilised to clarify ambiguities or verify submitted data in accordance with PA23 transparency principles Important information in regard to the lots Lots 1 and 3 form an alternative delivery model to Lot 2. The contracting authority intends to award either Lots 1 and 3, or Lot 2, The total estimated value stated in this notice represents the total contract value for the lots that can be won. For transparency purposes Lot 1 purchase of workwear estimated total contract value £430,000 Lot 2 Launder of workwear estimated total contract value £250,000 = £680,000 Lot 2 lease and launder of workwear estimated total contract value = £680,000

Special regime

utilities

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Expected award period

Ends
17 Dec 2026, 23:59

Lot Details

Award Criteria Details
This tender is split into Lots to enable EMR to pursue the most advantageous tender. EMR reserves the right to award either Lot 1 & 3 or Lot 2 (on its own) and is not committed to awarding any or all lots.

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Purchase of workwear
Description
Lot 1 comprises the provision and supply of all workwear garments and associated items required by EMR in accordance with the requirements set out in this tender
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
Yes

Value

Including VAT
516,000
Amount
430,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
35
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Presentation ITT Stage 2
Description
EMR request that suppliers who progress to stage 2 of the ITT process, prepare a presentation that will demonstrate the quality and suitability of the product and/or service

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
5
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Trial's of workwear
Description
EMR requests that suppliers who progress to stage 2 of the ITT process provide samples demonstrating capability with the specification.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 5
Type
quality
Name
Enviromental and sustainability

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 6
Type
quality
Name
Reporting SLA's

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
11 Jan 2027, 00:00
Ends
10 Jan 2030, 23:59
Max Extent Date
10 Jan 2031, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The initial contract term is 3 years with the option to extend for up to a further period of 12 months at the Authority's discretion. The extension option may be exercised subject to satisfactory supplier performance and ongoing business requirements.

Options

Description
The Authority reserves the right to purchase additional services of a similar nature during the contract term where operational requirements increase. Any additional purchases will be undertaken at the rates and terms established under the contract and will not exceed the overall approved contract value. The option may be exercised at any time during the contract period subject to budget availability and business need Lots 1 and 3 form an alternative delivery model to Lot 2. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to award either Lots 1 and 3, or Lot 2. These lots are mutually exclusive and will not be awarded concurrently
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Lease and launder of workwear
Description
Lot 2 ESTIMATED TOTAL CONTRACT VALUE, if awarded, is £680,000. Lots 1 and 3 form an alternative delivery model to Lot 2. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to award either Lots 1 and 3, or Lot 2. These lots are mutually exclusive and will not be awarded concurrently. Lot 2 consists of the provision of a fully managed workwear service, including the leasing of workwear garments and the provision of laundry services for the duration of the agreement.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
Yes

Value

Including VAT
1.2
Amount
1
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
35
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Presentation ITT Stage 2
Description
EMR request that suppliers who progress to stage 2 of the ITT process, prepare a presentation that will demonstrate the quality and suitability of the product and/or service

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
5
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Trial's of workwear
Description
EMR requests that suppliers who progress to stage 2 of the ITT process provide samples demonstrating capability with the specification.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 5
Type
quality
Name
Enviromental and sustainability

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 6
Type
quality
Name
Reporting SLA's

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
11 Jan 2027, 00:00
Ends
10 Jan 2030, 23:59
Max Extent Date
10 Jan 2031, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The initial contract term is 3 years with the option to extend for up to a further period of 12 months at the Authority's discretion. The extension option may be exercised subject to satisfactory supplier performance and ongoing business requirements.

Options

Description
The Authority reserves the right to purchase additional services of a similar nature during the contract term where operational requirements increase. Any additional purchases will be undertaken at the rates and terms established under the contract and will not exceed the overall approved contract value. The option may be exercised at any time during the contract period subject to budget availability and business need Lots 1 and 3 form an alternative delivery model to Lot 2. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to award either Lots 1 and 3, or Lot 2. These lots are mutually exclusive and will not be awarded concurrently
Entry 3
Id
3
Title
Laundry services
Description
Lot 3 relates to the provision of laundry, repair, and garment maintenance services for Fleet Department workwear
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
Yes

Value

Including VAT
299,998.8
Amount
249,999
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
35
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Presentation ITT Stage 2
Description
EMR request that suppliers who progress to stage 2 of the ITT process, prepare a presentation that will demonstrate the quality and suitability of the product and/or service

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
5
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Trial's of workwear
Description
EMR requests that suppliers who progress to stage 2 of the ITT process provide samples demonstrating capability with the specification.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 5
Type
quality
Name
Enviromental and sustainability

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 6
Type
quality
Name
Reporting SLA's

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
11 Jan 2027, 00:00
Ends
10 Jan 2030, 23:59
Max Extent Date
10 Jan 2031, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The initial contract term is 3 years with the option to extend for up to a further period of 12 months at the Authority's discretion. The extension option may be exercised subject to satisfactory supplier performance and ongoing business requirements.

Options

Description
The Authority reserves the right to purchase additional services of a similar nature during the contract term where operational requirements increase. Any additional purchases will be undertaken at the rates and terms established under the contract and will not exceed the overall approved contract value. The option may be exercised at any time during the contract period subject to budget availability and business need Lots 1 and 3 form an alternative delivery model to Lot 2. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to award either Lots 1 and 3, or Lot 2. These lots are mutually exclusive and will not be awarded concurrently

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
18110000
Description
Occupational clothing
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
18221000
Description
Waterproof clothing
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
18223200
Description
Jackets
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
18234000
Description
Trousers
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
18331000
Description
T-shirts
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
18333000
Description
Polo shirts

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKC
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
UKD
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 3
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 4
Region
UKF
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 5
Region
UKG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 6
Region
UKH
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 7
Region
UKI
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
18110000
Description
Occupational clothing
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
18210000
Description
Coats
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
18221000
Description
Waterproof clothing
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
18223200
Description
Jackets
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
18234000
Description
Trousers
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
18331000
Description
T-shirts
Entry 7
Scheme
CPV
Id
18333000
Description
Polo shirts
Entry 8
Scheme
CPV
Id
98311000
Description
Laundry-collection services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKC
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
UKD
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 3
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 4
Region
UKF
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 5
Region
UKG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 6
Region
UKH
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 7
Region
UKI
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 3
Id
3
Related Lot
3

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
98311000
Description
Laundry-collection services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKC
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
UKD
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 3
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 4
Region
UKF
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 5
Region
UKG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 6
Region
UKH
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 7
Region
UKI
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 2
Id
066767-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
15 Jul 2026, 13:20
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
TRANSPORT UK EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED
Id
GB-COH-09860485

Identifier

Scheme
GB-COH
Id
09860485

Additional Identifiers

Entry 1
Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PYJP-8287-BJGL

Address

Street Address
2nd Floor St Andrew's House
Locality
London
Postal Code
EC4A 3AG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKI31

Contact

Name
Nicole Kavanagh

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
privateUtility
Description
Private utility

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · London · UKI31 · EC4A 3AG · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKC · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKD · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKE · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKF · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKG · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKH · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKI · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

3 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

3 VERSIONS
  1. 042328-2026Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 042339-2026Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ·
  3. 066767-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·