Volunteers in uniform at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games ©Birmingham 2022

Incorporatewear Ltd has been appointed as the official workforce uniform provider of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

The local company - which is based in Coleshill - will provide uniforms for the 13,000 volunteers who will work at the Games, as well as technical officials.

Batonbearers during the Queen's Baton Relay will also be kitted out as part of the deal.

Birmingham 2022 said the uniform design will "visually unite" the Games workforce so they are easily identifiable to athletes, fans, Games family members, media, broadcasters and sponsors.

The uniforms will incorporate the "look and feel" of the Games brand and reflect the history, heritage and diversity of Birmingham and the West Midlands.

"One of our ambitions for Birmingham 2022 is to leave a positive legacy in the region by providing opportunities and benefits to local businesses," said Birmingham 2022 chief executive Ian Reid.

"After demonstrating expertise in design, manufacturing and logistics, I'm delighted that local company Incorporatewear Ltd has been appointed as our official uniform workforce provider. 

"I'm confident they'll deliver a high-quality uniform that will instill a sense of pride in the thousands of people that wear it when representing the Games next year." 

Incorporatewear Ltd was selected following a tender process and will aim to produce zero waste for landfill, in line with Birmingham 2022's sustainability commitments.

This means environmental considerations will be applied throughout the design and manufacturing process, with packaging avoided where possible.

Birmingham 2022 has also embedded "social value" in every contract opportunity, meaning Incorporatewear has committed to support and create opportunities for local people and businesses.

Birmingham 2022 launched its search for 13,000 volunteers last week ©Birmingham 2022
Birmingham 2022 launched its search for 13,000 volunteers last week ©Birmingham 2022

The company will work with a West Midlands-based tree-planting charity, offer work placements to local fashion students and provide sport bibs to local schools.

It will also get involved in fundraising events to support local charities, including the ethical disposal of unused and unworn uniforms.

"We are extremely proud to have been awarded this contract," said Ed Grigg, the managing director of Incorporatewear Ltd.  

"As a local company, it is a fantastic boost for us and we're delighted that our workforce will have the chance to supply and be associated with such a prestigious event that will be right on our doorstep next summer."

Dame Louise Martin, the President of the Commonwealth Games Federation, added: "I am delighted to welcome Incorporatewear Ltd to the Commonwealth Games family. 

"The appointment of our new official uniform workforce provider represents a huge boost for Birmingham and the West Midlands. 

"Having yet another local company involved with Birmingham 2022 further demonstrates the ability of the Commonwealth Games to provide huge benefits for businesses across the region at a time when it is needed most." 

Birmingham 2022 is scheduled for between July 28 and August 8 next year.

The search for Games volunteers - who will be known as the "Commonwealth Collective" - was launched last week.