Promotional Merchandise

Tender 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