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Provision of Workwear Uniform and Associated Products

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE & MILTON KEYNES FIRE AUTHORITY

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12 Aug 2025 at 08:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Fire Authority has completed the procurement process titled "Provision of Workwear Uniform and Associated Products," with a focus on fire-brigade uniforms. The procurement, under the industry category of goods, utilised a selective method through a call-off from Framework Agreement YPO 1204 Lot 12. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract having been awarded on 4 February 2025. It commenced on 1 August 2025 and is set to run until 31 July 2030. The contract, valued at £400,000, involves delivery to Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England (postal code HP20 1BD).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the fire safety apparel sector, especially those capable of supplying specialist workwear. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract particularly appealing, given its structured under a framework agreement, which often favours flexibility and scalability. The awarded supplier, Hunter Apparel Solutions Ltd, highlights the potential for companies of similar profiles to engage in future opportunities within this domain. Business growth could be achieved through the reliable demand for high-quality uniforms and associated products spread over the substantial five-year contract period.

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Notice Title

Provision of Workwear Uniform and Associated Products

Notice Description

Further competition completed under Framework Agreement YPO 1204 Lot 12. Contract awarded 04 February 2025. Contract commenced 01/08/2025 for a period of up to 60 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d82a1a3-40e9-4d62-864d-e0695e5d0ed7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

35811100 - Fire-brigade uniforms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE & MILTON KEYNES FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Ronda Smith
Contact Email
rondasmith@bucksfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07969484031

Buyer Location

Locality
AYLESBURY
Postcode
HP20 1BD
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Aylesbury East
Westminster Constituency
Aylesbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HUNTER APPAREL SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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