Graduation and Ceremonial Gowns, Photography and Event Services

University of West LondoncontractContracts FinderRef 25-305SME suitablecomplete
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Estimated value

£200k

Awarded value

£700k

Awarded 03 Feb 2026

Suppliers

1

Lots

1

1 awarded

Published

20 May 2026

Deadline 16 Dec 2025

Description

The University of West London is seeking to establish a contractual partnership with a singular, reliable provider for the delivery of academic gowning and photography services. These services are primarily required to support the institution's graduation ceremonies, with additional provisions for private hire and purchase of academic dress. The successful supplier will be expected to offer a comprehensive and student-friendly booking platform alongside an intranet-based ceremony management software. Pricing must be competitive and reflect fair market value. UWL requires complimentary academic dress hire for staff participating in graduation ceremonies, proportionate to the volume of student hires. UWL expects to receive a commission on revenue generated from both gowning and photography services. The procurement exercise will be carried out in accordance with and subject to the LUPC Framework Agreement: Graduation and Ceremonial Gowns, Photography and Event Services, Ref PFB5073 LU. Lot 1 - Gown Hire, Gown Purchase and Lot 2 - Photography and Media Services

Scope

Reference
25-305
Total value
£200,000 excluding VAT
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
31 Mar 2026 to 30 Mar 2029
CPV classifications
48515000 79952000 79961000
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Submission & procedure

Submission deadline
16 Dec 2025, 10:00 am

Award details

Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.

Awarded value

£700k

Award date

03 Feb 2026

Contract start

31 Mar 2026

Contract end

30 Mar 2029

Awarded to