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The Provision of PSU Coveralls and Undergarments

POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

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27 Apr 2026 at 10:13

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of PSU Coveralls and Undergarments for Northamptonshire Police has reached the Award stage, with the contract awarded to Ballyclare Limited. This tender is classified under the industry categories of occupational clothing and police uniforms. It is governed by a call-off contract from the BLC Framework BLC-0069, specifically Lot 2, offering a single-layer suit and flame-resistant undergarments. The procurement method employed is selective, utilising a framework agreement. The contract period spans from 20th April 2026 to 19th April 2029, with a potential extension of 12 months available from April 2029. The contract value is £90,000, excluding VAT, and delivery is set for the East Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in occupational clothing and police uniforms, particularly those familiar with framework agreements. The nature of the contract as a call-off arrangement provides flexibility, with the buying authority, the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire, indicating no commitment to spend the entire contract value. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, given the contract's suitability criteria favouring such businesses. The selective procurement approach could benefit businesses with experience in supplying similar goods to public sector entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of PSU Coveralls and Undergarments

Notice Description

The Provision of PSU Coveralls and Undergarments for Northamptonshire Police. Awarded via Direct Award utilising BLC Framework BLC-0069: Provision of PSU Clothing and Equipment, Lot 2 - Single Layer Suit and FR Undergarments. This is a call-off contract with an up to value of PS90,000 excluding VAT for the initial 3-year term. There is a 1 x 12-month extension option available from 20th April 2029. The Authority has no commitment to spend the full amount.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13a7608d-8525-493a-941c-e5b58b80c733
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

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

CPV Codes

18110000 - Occupational clothing

35811200 - Police uniforms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
19 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN8 6GS
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Brickhill and Queensway
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BALLYCLARE

Further Information

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