Award

Ballistic Body Armour

THIS AWARD NOTICE IS SUBMITTED ON BEHALF OF HAMPSHIRE & ISLE OF WIGHT CONSTABULARY

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

07 Aug 2024 at 13:16

Award

05 Jun 2024 at 08:11

Tender

01 Dec 2023 at 12:24

Summary of the contracting process

The Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary, in collaboration with Thames Valley Police, initiated a procurement process for the provision of ballistic body armour. This tender falls under the category of protective and safety clothing and is specifically designed for the police force and emergency services. The contracting process used an open procedure with the initial tender notice published on 1 December 2023 and amendments to the tender made as recently as 7 August 2024. The procurement focused on supplying approximately 300 units in the first year, with further purchases based on officer needs. Despite the award announcement, the winning supplier, Mehler Vario System GmbH, did not proceed as the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary declined to make an award, adhering to their rights outlined in the Invitation to Tender.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity for suppliers specialising in ballistic protection and safety equipment. The requirement to equip authorised firearms officers across two constabularies demonstrates a substantial demand for high-quality, durable, and fit-for-purpose body armour. Businesses that excel in producing innovative, lightweight armour solutions will find this contract particularly appealing, especially those capable of addressing the specific ergonomic needs of both male and female officers. The procurement's focus on quality and trial phases ensures that suppliers who deliver premium and reliable products are well-placed to compete successfully.

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Notice Title

Ballistic Body Armour

Notice Description

This awarded contract is for the provision of Ballistic Body Armour for Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary in collaboration with Thames Valley Police who together form part of the Joint Operations Unit (JOU) and share in the need for the purchase of Ballistic Body Armour.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The JOU require approximately 300 Ballistic Body Armour in the first year of the contract. Any further purchases will be on an ad hoc bases based on Officer needs and new recruitment requirements.

Renewal: There are 5 available annual extension periods on a 1+1+1+1+1 basis

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0420f7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024876-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

35811200 - Police uniforms

35815000 - Garments for anti-ballistic protection

35820000 - Support equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£224,750 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2024 - 30 Apr 2029 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THIS AWARD NOTICE IS SUBMITTED ON BEHALF OF HAMPSHIRE & ISLE OF WIGHT CONSTABULARY
Additional Buyers

HAMPSHIRE AND ISLE OF WIGHT CONSTABULARY

Contact Name
Verity Fricker
Contact Email
procurement.support@hants.gov.uk, procurementsupport@hants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EASTLEIGH
Postcode
SO50 5JT
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEHLER VARIO SYSTEM

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