This framework is a retender of two previous CPC frameworks (Hair, Beauty and Wigs Supplies and Branded Hair Products). This new and improved framework has been created to enable members to procure a broad range of salon consumables, salon equipment, furniture and services including hair, beauty and wig related products under one streamlined and easier to use framework. Services available include all activities in connection with a full salon design service for new salons and/or salon refurbishment, salon fitting and salon branding. This framework also includes more detailed safeguarding requirements and the need to deliver social value to members.

The framework is split into the following seven lots:

Lot 1 – Hair care, colour and style

This includes a range of hair care consumables including but not limited to: shampoo, conditioner, colouring and styling products as well as branded hair products.

Lot 2 – Branded salon hairdressing equipment and furniture (including full salon design service and salon refurbishment/refits)

This includes a range of branded salon hairdressing equipment and furniture. Services include all activities in connection with salon design, installation and fit out services.

Lot 3 – Beauty supplies and kits

This includes a range of beauty consumables and student beauty kit supplies for various beauty courses run by our member institutions including but not limited to: manicure, pedicure, cosmetic, nail art, spa treatment, massage treatment, beauty therapy courses, etc.

Lot 4 – Theatrical makeup and associated supplies

This includes a range of theatrical/specialist makeup and student makeup consumables and kit supplies including but not limited to media, photographic, theatre, special effects, television, film and fashion makeup and student kits and any associated products. Products to include prosthetics, cream makeup, bald caps, film blood, liquid latex, rubber masks, camouflage cosmetics, paint, adhesives, glitter, scars, concealer creams, etc.

Lot 5 – Wigs, Hairpieces and Wig making equipment/materials

This includes wig supplies, clip-in hair extensions, hair pieces, hair extension tools and any associated wig making tools and materials.

Lot 6 – Hairdressing consumables and kits

 This includes a range of hair consumables and student hairdressing kit supplies for various hairdressing courses run by our member institutions, including but not limited to: media hairdressing, hair care, scalp treatment, hair styling products and accessories.

Lot 7 – One stop shop

Key Facts

Start date

1st May 2021

End date

30th April 2024

Optional extension

30th April 2025

Key Benefits of this Framework

1. Compliant with internal procurement regulations and the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015)
2. Support and assistance from a dedicated CPC contract manager
3. Social Value - All framework Suppliers have been assessed and evaluated on social value aspects
4. Safeguarding and DBS - All framework Suppliers have been assessed and evaluated in terms of their approach to safeguarding
5. Call-Off Options - There are a variety of call-off options available allowing flexibility to use the framework to best suit their needs

How can I use this Framework

CPC typically recommend that members undertake a further competition considering their own particular requirements, however please see the user guide for further details.

If you require support in running a further competition via this framework, Tenet Services can help. Tenet offer a nationwide service specialising in assisting education establishments to complete further competitions.

Tenet are part of the Crescent Purchasing Group of Companies and operate on a not-for-profit basis.

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Get a Quote

The CPC Quote Tool is free to use for all our members and offers quick, compliant access to all suppliers on our frameworks for purchases that fall below £213,477.

"The Quote Tool was easy to use and time saving, resulting in a straightforward process where we just had to put the details in once and could then use the reputable suppliers already recommended."

Deborah Anderson-Dixon, Finance Manager at Sir William Romney's School

For purchases that exceed £213,477, the CPC Sourcing Cloud is available that complies with the regulations to allow electronic tender returns whilst still being free to use for our members. Find out more about CPC Sourcing Cloud.

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Contract Manager

The contracting authority for this framework is Crescent Purchasing Consortium.