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BLC-0154 Framework for the Provision of Police Uniform Trousers

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL

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29 Sep 2025 at 10:32

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07 Jun 2024 at 15:16

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process for "BLC-0154 Framework for the Provision of Police Uniform Trousers" was managed by Bluelight Commercial, located in Birmingham, UK. This procurement, under the category of goods, was aimed at acquiring black Police Uniform Trousers to enhance the workwear for frontline officers. The tender process involved an open procedure and was initially launched to cater to the needs of the UK region, supporting activities in crime prevention, detection, and targeting. Initially tendered on 7th June 2024, the procurement has evolved through a series of stages, reaching the award stage by 29th September 2025. The framework is significant, estimated at an annual value of £6 million and involved multiple amendments, reflecting increased budget allocations to £33 million excluding VAT.

This procurement presents a substantial opportunity for business growth, particularly for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as evidenced by the successful bids from Charles Fellows Supplies Limited and Ilasco Limited. The contract demands suppliers who can deliver practical, comfortable uniform solutions fit for operational duties, suggesting a lucrative opening for those with expertise in professional workwear manufacturing. Businesses rooted in textile production and apparel design, capable of meeting the quality and comfort requirements, will find this tender particularly beneficial. The open procurement method supports broad participation, facilitating competitive conditions advantageous for innovative suppliers.

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Notice Title

BLC-0154 Framework for the Provision of Police Uniform Trousers

Notice Description

Bluelight Commercial is tendering for the provision of black Police Uniform Trousers. It is important that we equip our frontline officers with professional, modern workwear, which is fit for purpose. We are committed to providing a uniform solution that is practical and comfortable in support of our officers and support staff as they work to prevent, detect and target crime in our communities. This garment will be worn by uniformed officers and staff whilst undertaking a full range of operational duties and will form part of a layering system that aims to provide the wearer comfort and warmth.The estimated value of the framework is PS6m per annum.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Bluelight Commercial is tendering for the provision of black Police Uniform Trousers. It is important that we equip our frontline officers with professional, modern workwear, which is fit for purpose. We are committed to providing a uniform solution that is practical and comfortable in support of our officers and support staff as they work to prevent, detect and target crime in our communities. This garment will be worn by uniformed officers and staff whilst undertaking a full range of operational duties and will form part of a layering system that aims to provide the wearer comfort and warmth.The estimated value of the framework is PS6m per annum.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-046e71
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060428-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

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


CPV Codes

18234000 - Trousers

35811200 - Police uniforms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£24,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£24,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
Dan Spicer
Contact Email
daniel.spicer@bluelight.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6FG
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

CHARLES FELLOWS SUPPLIES

ILASCO

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