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The Supply and Installation of Gym Equipment Across Loughborough University

Loughborough University(buyer)

Published
Published 27 October 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 27 November 2026 (13 days left)
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Overview

Loughborough University is seeking a supplier for the supply and installation of gym equipment across multiple campus facilities. The equipment will cater to a wide range of users, from elite athletes to casual students, staff, and community members. The contract has an estimated value of £1,458,332, with tenders due by 27 November 2026.

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Lots (3)

  • Racks

    Supply and Installation of high quality weight lifting racks and associated products for use within the gym environment.

    £479,166

  • Cardio Machines

    Supply and Installation of Cardio Machines and associated products to be used within a gym environment

    £833,333

  • Resistance Machines

    Supply and Installation of Resistance Machines and associated products for use within a gym environment.

    £145,833

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Goods
Estimated value
£1,458,332
Procedure
Competitive flexible procedure
Rules
Procurement Act 2023
SME suitable
Yes
Published
27 October 2026
Questions by
18 November 2026
Deadline
27 November 2026
Classification (CPV)
Gymnasium equipmentTreadmillsRowing machinesWeight and resistance training equipmentLower and upper body resistance machinesWeight benches or racks

Competition and scoring criteria

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5

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Price 20% · Quality 80%

  • Price20%
  • Quality75%
  • Social Value5%

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Market context

Typical award in Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

£96,867

Median of 591 awards in the last 24 months

Loughborough University in the last 12 months

9

contracts awarded, worth £4,460,472 in total

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Notice history

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  1. Contract Notice

    27 October 2026

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