Planning

Open future opportunity - This means that the buyer is not yet ready to invite bid applications but early notification has been provided and some dialogue may be possible

METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE

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Planning

24 May 2024 at 10:12

Summary of the contracting process

The Metropolitan Police Service has issued a planning notice for a future public procurement tender for the supply of various tactical and outdoor equipment. The procurement includes two lots of items suitable for diverse operational environments, such as tactical gear, shooting accessories, and utility bags. The engagement end date for this planning stage is set for August 23, 2024. This opportunity is relevant for businesses in the police equipment and individual equipment industry categories, and it is located in London, United Kingdom.

This tender provides an opportunity for suppliers to compete for contracts with the Metropolitan Police Service. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate in this procurement process. To engage with this opportunity, interested businesses should register on the Coupa platform and express their interest through the provided link. The details of the tender, including specific product requirements and delivery addresses, are outlined in the planning documentation shared by the buyer, Metropolitan Police Service. Business entities offering goods related to police equipment or individual equipment would be well-suited to respond to this upcoming tender.

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Notice Title

Open future opportunity - This means that the buyer is not yet ready to invite bid applications but early notification has been provided and some dialogue may be possible

Notice Description

The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) would like to inform interested suppliers by issue of this PIN/RFI notice. The Contracting Authority intends to launch a public procurement tender divided into two lots for the supply of various tactical and outdoor equipment. This procurement seeks to acquire high-quality, durable items suitable for diverse operational environments. The products to be included in Lot 1 of the procurement are: - 12-hour light stick - 8-hour light stick - A5 shooting log - A5 shooting log cover - All-weather shelter - Bungee straps - Camouflage net - Compass - Concealment suit - Concealment vest - Extra dry bag - Flasks - Folding saw - Head torches - Hydration pack - Map case - Scrim net - Secateurs - Single ear listening device - Waterproof rucksack liners The products to be included in Lot 2 of the procurement are: - Bail out bag - Banger bags - Bungee cover - Discreet bag for glock carriage - Discreet bag for MP5 carriage - Discreet bag for Rattler carriage - Large backpack - Medium backpack - Pistol pouch - Single CS stun grenade pouch - Single G36 mag pouch - Single Glock magazine pouch - Small backpack - Small utility shoulder bag - Tactical bag - Tourniquet The tender will be launched through the Coupa . Please first register and then express your interest at: https://supplier.coupahost.com/quotes/public_events?customer=metpolice

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75a54fb9-18ed-4e2a-bc38-c08c8e12076a
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

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


CPV Codes

18937000 - Goods-packing sacks

35200000 - Police equipment

35810000 - Individual equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 May 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Aug 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE
Contact Name
Ian Smith
Contact Email
ian.smith6@met.police.uk
Contact Phone
07464 651461

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW6 6LT
Post Town
North West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI72 Brent
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Brent
Electoral Ward
Queens Park
Westminster Constituency
Queen's Park and Maida Vale

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