Tender

CBRN Chemical Protective Suits

MERSEYSIDE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE

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Tender

14 Dec 2024 at 23:28

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service has initiated a tender for the provision of CBRN Chemical Protective Suits, including one-piece, gas-tight suits with integral gloves, boots, and a large clear visor, complete with a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) system. This procurement falls under the industry category of Nuclear, Chemical, Biological, and Radiological protection equipment, classified specifically under CPV code 35113200. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with the tender notice published on 14 December 2024. Interested suppliers must submit their proposals by 13 January 2025, with the contract period commencing on 4 February 2025 and concluding on 3 February 2026. The delivery location for the equipment is specified as England, United Kingdom, and the total contract value is estimated at £1,500,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in protective and safety gear, particularly those with expertise in CBRN environments. The open procedure allows for broad participation, and the procurement explicitly states its suitability for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Companies with a robust capability in designing and manufacturing high-quality protective suits, especially those with experience in producing equipment that meets UKCA type examination standards, will find this tender particularly aligned with their services. Successful engagement in this contract could bolster market presence and enhance growth prospects within the specialised safety equipment sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CBRN Chemical Protective Suits

Notice Description

The provision of one-piece, gas-tight chemical protective suits, complete with integral gloves, boots and large clear visor with excellent vison. The suit must incorporate a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) type system, with appropriate filtration and user interface, enabling emergency responders to work within a CBRN environment. The full suit, including the PAPR unit and CBRN filters must hold a UKCA type examination certificate in respect of a model PRPS to Annex II of the PPE regulation (EU) 2016/425.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-78074060-b911-4fe1-8a6b-ae29137bc629
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e66729dd-bbbe-45ee-8bfb-2aee49af8139
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

35113200 - Nuclear, biological, chemical and radiological protection equipment

35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

35113420 - Nuclear and radiological protection clothing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Feb 2025 - 3 Feb 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
MERSEYSIDE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L30 4YD
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Netherton and Orrell
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Further Information

Notice Documents

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