Tender

Supply of Ballistic Plates

UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED

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Tender

16 Feb 2026 at 09:46

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Unite Procurement UK Limited, acting on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, has initiated a tender for the supply of ballistic plates, classified under combat uniforms, bullet-proof vests, and support equipment within the UK. This selective procurement process, described as a "Catalogue purchase," aims to onboard multiple suppliers through the Unite Procurement Platform. Suppliers must express interest by the closing date of 9th March 2026, although late applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The contract period is set from 10th March 2026 until 10th March 2028, offering £3,000,000 in goods procurement opportunities. The main goal is to sustain a vibrant supplier network, crucial for flexibility and choice, ensuring the ministry's dynamic needs are met efficiently.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in defence equipment production, specifically ballistic plates. Organisations specialising in small to large-scale manufacturing, able to meet technical specifications such as neutrally buoyant, SAPI cut designs with nylon covers, are particularly suited to compete. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, as the procurement platform focuses on inclusivity and broad market engagement. Suppliers capable of offering a diverse range of products, modification capabilities, and maintenance services will find lucrative growth avenues, potentially expanding their market reach. This tender process presents a strategic opportunity to engage with a substantial public sector contract, fostering competitiveness and innovation within the defence industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Ballistic Plates

Notice Description

Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the supply of Ballistic Plates. The Unite Procurement Platform (Unite | Simplify indirect procurement with our smarter platform) offers a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage low-value, high-volume procurement. Requirements * Neutrally buoyant * SAPI Cut * Available in a range of sizes from small to X-large * Have a nylon cover * Must not weigh more than 2.4kg * Must have the required level of ballistic protection * Must be multi curved. How to Apply Interested suppliers should register their interest by contacting Unite Procurement UK Limited and provide details of their product range, modification capabilities, and maintenance services. Further information on the onboarding process for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of interest and can also be found at the link attached. Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier for this requirement. Instead, multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite Procurement Platform to ensure a diverse and competitive supply base, supporting flexibility and choice for the Ministry of Defence and associated organisations. Suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by the stated closing date to ensure early consideration. However, applications to join the Unite Procurement Platform will be welcome at any time beyond the initial deadline. Unite Procurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard new suppliers on a rolling basis to meet evolving requirements and to maintain a dynamic and responsive supplier network. For any enquiries and expressions of interest, please email defence.support@unite.eu with the subject title ''TSS 597 Ballistic Plates''

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5381a049-c10e-4ebc-91a7-d3c24cc2f078
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40de22eb-cd43-4d3f-9c69-2a5ecc03f74d
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

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

CPV Codes

35812000 - Combat uniforms

35815100 - Bullet-proof vests

35820000 - Support equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Mar 2026 - 10 Mar 2028 2-3 years
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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