Tender

BLC0160 Framework for the Provision of ARV / ARVO Uniform

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL

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Tender

06 Feb 2025 at 12:53

Summary of the contracting process

BlueLight Commercial has issued a tender titled "BLC0160 Framework for the Provision of ARV / ARVO Uniform." This procurement falls under the industry category of police uniforms and involves five lots, encompassing boots, gloves, balaclavas, snoods, shirts, and trousers. The framework is available nationally to all 43 police forces and broader blue light organisations. The tender process is currently active and is at the 'Tender' stage. Key dates include the tender end date on 27th March 2025 and the contract period from 1st July 2025 to 2nd June 2029. The location for this framework covers a wide range, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and other international regions. The procurement method being used is an open procedure (above threshold).

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, especially for companies specialising in police or tactical uniforms. Businesses that can provide high-quality uniform components such as boots, gloves, balaclavas, snoods, shirts, and trousers will find this contract particularly lucrative. The open nature of the procurement method favours competitive businesses willing to meet the high standards required by BlueLight Commercial. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this framework presents significant market exposure and long-term contract potential, facilitating substantial business expansion and visibility within the blue light sector.

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Notice Title

BLC0160 Framework for the Provision of ARV / ARVO Uniform

Notice Description

BlueLight Commercial are advertising to the market a framework for the provision of ARV / ARVO Uniform including 5 lots, Boots, Gloves, Balaclavas and Snoods, Shirts and Trousers. A National framework available to all 43 Police forces and wider bluelight organisations. Additional information: For more information and access to the tender documentation please go to our e-tendering portal at https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/publictenders It is free to register and access our documents. Search key word 'BLC0160' Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-708be7bb-1ed5-45e9-a13a-d220e4a1ca04
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a55d4759-29b0-4b72-a372-0b300f8da441
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35811200 - Police uniforms

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2025 - 2 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
Daniel Spicer
Contact Email
daniel.spicer@bluelight.police.uk
Contact Phone
00000000000

Buyer Location

Locality
-
Postcode
B4 6DG
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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