Tender

Protective Cases

UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED

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Tender

20 Feb 2025 at 16:53

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Mercateo UK Limited, on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Mercateo Procurement Platform for the supply of protective cases. This tender, classified under the industry category "Safety cases," focuses on providing high-quality, durable, and impact-resistant protective cases for the secure storage and transportation of sensitive equipment. The procurement stage is currently in the Tender phase, with a tender period ending on 3rd March 2025. The total project value is between £300,000 and £1,000,000, and the contract period will run from 4th March 2025 to 3rd March 2026. The buying organisation, UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED, is based in London, England.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for suppliers proficient in producing durable and specialised protective cases. It is especially suitable for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) looking to demonstrate their capabilities in handling government contracts. The ongoing requirement for these protective cases ensures consistent and potentially long-term business engagement, making it an attractive prospect for companies that specialise in high-volume, low-value procurement activities. Reliable suppliers with experience in meeting stringent military and industry standards should consider this opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Protective Cases

Notice Description

Mercateo UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence is looking for organisations to join the Mercateo Procurement Platform. The Mercateo Procurement Platform (www.mercateo.co.uk) is a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage their low value, high volume purchasing activity. This specific opportunity is for the supply of protective cases to ensure the secure storage and transportation of sensitive equipment, tools, and materials. The selected supplier(s) will be expected to provide durable, high-quality, and impact-resistant protective cases that meet military and industry standards for security and resilience. We welcome reliable and experienced suppliers who can offer a range of protective cases designed for demanding environments, ensuring compliance with public sector procurement and quality assurance requirements. This opportunity is suitable for SME participation and will be an ongoing requirement. We welcome applicants throughout the duration of this opportunity

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1865acf3-9ab9-445f-9133-cbd1e59ed1cb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af29a122-ac28-4b14-b718-1d76eb6c73f2
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Catalogue purchase
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44421722 - Safety cases

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Mar 2025 - 3 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2B 5AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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