Fitness & Sports Equipment
Framework Description
APUC's Fitness & Sports Equipment framework covers gym and sports equipment for universities and colleges. It has five lots: cardiovascular and resistance gym equipment, cycling, free weights, fitness accessories, and sports equipment. Applications for this framework are closed, and it ends on 11 January 2027, with no extension option, so a replacement is likely to be procured soon.
Context & Use Case
University sports centres, college gyms and sports departments use it to fit out new gyms, replace worn kit, and equip teams and teaching. Larger projects, such as a full gym refit, often combine cardio, resistance and free weights from several lots. Commercial income from memberships means gym quality matters as much as price to many institutions.
Scope of Services
Gym equipment: cardiovascular and resistance Cycling Free weights Fitness accessories Sports equipment
Lots
Gym Equipment Cardiovascular and Resistance; Cycling; Free Weights; Fitness Accessories; Sports Equipment
Who Can Apply
Suits commercial gym equipment manufacturers and distributors, cycling equipment suppliers and sports equipment wholesalers. Applications for this framework are closed, so suppliers not already appointed cannot join until APUC re-tenders it, likely around the 11 January 2027 end date.
Buyer Benefits
Gym equipment must be safe, durable under heavy use and backed by servicing. A framework gives sports managers suppliers already checked on product standards and aftercare, with agreed prices, and separate lots let them buy specialist kit such as cycling or free weights from specialist suppliers.
Next Steps
With the end date of 11 January 2027 close, watch Public Contracts Scotland (original notice MAR474079) and APUC's framework page for any replacement. Prepare installation case studies, servicing and warranty terms, and product safety evidence. Appointed suppliers should progress live gym refit projects before the framework ends.
How Athena Can Help
Gym refit competitions are often won on layout design, servicing and whole-life cost. Athena's bid writing for equipment suppliers helps you present that clearly, and our whole-life cost pricing advice keeps your offer competitive and profitable.
For the replacement framework, our framework lot selection and application service helps you choose the right lots and prepares the full submission, with a compliance check before it goes in. Timing matters, as the replacement may open soon after January 2027.
