Planning

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION: BLC0145: Utility Vests & Waterproof Clothing

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contracting process is led by BlueLight Commercial and involves the procurement of Utility Vests & Waterproof Clothing within the goods category. The process is currently at the planning stage, with a closing date of 23/07/2024 @ 12:00 for submissions. The contracting authority is based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, and is seeking engagement from suppliers on standards and market developments. The procurement opportunities are for businesses involved in the provision of waterproof clothing and police uniforms.

This tender by BlueLight Commercial presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the clothing industry looking to supply Utility Vests & Waterproof Clothing. As the process advances from the planning stage, interested businesses can participate by providing feedback on standards and market requirements. The closing date for submissions is 23/07/2024, encouraging timely engagement from suppliers to enhance their chances of securing future contracts within the specified industry category and geographical locations.

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Notice Title

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION: BLC0145: Utility Vests & Waterproof Clothing

Notice Description

BlueLight Commercial are in the latter stages of defining the Statements of Requirements for upcoming tenders for Frameworks for the provision of Utility Vests and Waterproof Clothing. As part of this we have considered the Standards (and subsequent updates) utilised previously in procurements for these products. Prior to the release of new tenders for these products we want to ensure that we are considering the most appropriate standards and any new developments within the market place for these types of products. We would therefore welcome feedback on the Standards and details of any other areas Suppliers of these products feel we should consider as part of the procurement. CLOSING DATE: 23/07/2024 @ 12:00 Additional information: To find more details and respond please visit: https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/publictenders Registration is free, please use keyword: BLC0145 on the tenders page to find this opportunity. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ab3b4ac5-dd43-455a-81ec-6a19012fcf40
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afca6341-1e7f-4c48-97e7-1d5e857571ad
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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

18221000 - Waterproof clothing

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
11 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Oct 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
BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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