Tender

Supply of ITP Packaging Absorpole

UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED

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Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 14:08

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process, led by UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, involves the supply of ITP Packaging Absorpole items. Classified under the goods category within the fine and various chemical products sector, the opportunity is set in the United Kingdom. The procurement is at the tender stage, with the submission deadline closing on 23rd February 2026. This selective procurement method uses catalogue purchase, ensuring multiple suppliers may be considered to maintain a competitive supply base. The provisioned contract period will commence on 24th February 2026, spanning two years until 24th February 2028.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in the supply of moisture control shipping container desiccants, specifically those incorporating recycled plastic materials. Suppliers are encouraged to express interest by highlighting their product range, configurational options, and maintenance support capabilities, which could foster business growth through partnerships with the Ministry of Defence. This competitive landscape benefits businesses able to offer diverse product configurations and robust support services, aligning well with the Ministry's criteria.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of ITP Packaging Absorpole

Notice Description

Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), acting on behalf of the Ministry of Defence (MOD), invites suppliers to register interest in joining the Unite Procurement Platform to support the supply and ongoing support of a ITP Packaging Absorpole. ITP Packaging Absorpole 4 Pack Moisture Control Shipping Container Desiccants Brand: ITP Packaging Model Number: 5010101-4 Colour: White Package Dimensions: 65 x 16 x 13 cm; 4.4 kg Capacity: 2 litres Material: Recycled Plastic, Calcium Chloride Special Features: Anti-Spill Item Weight: 4.4 kg Quantity - 32 (8 x packs) Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier. Multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite Procurement Platform to maintain a competitive supply base. Applications will be considered by the stated closing date (for early consideration) and may also be accepted on a rolling basis thereafter. How to Apply / Register Interest Email your expression of interest including: * product range, * configuration/variant options (where applicable), * support and maintenance arrangements. Email: defence.support@unite.eu Subject: ''TSS 574 - ITP Packaging Absorpole 4 pack''

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a65ffa43-67a4-4500-9758-f32e930f5558
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

24 - Chemical products

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

24311460 - Silicon dioxide

24900000 - Fine and various chemical products

39224300 - Brooms and brushes and other articles for household cleaning

44610000 - Tanks, reservoirs, containers and pressure vessels

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Feb 2026 - 24 Feb 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
Not specified
Contact Email
defence.support@unite.eu
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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