Award

Provision of military uniforms & accoutrements

ROYAL HOSPITAL CHELSEA APPEAL LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

17 Jan 2025 at 11:21

Tender

16 Aug 2024 at 08:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Hospital Chelsea has concluded the procurement process for the provision of military uniforms and accoutrements. This contracting process falls under the industry category of military uniforms (CPV 35811300) and has been classified as 'goods.' The Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited, located in London, served as the buying organisation. The open procedure tender, identified as "RHC-17," was initially active and has progressed through various stages, including tender and award. The contract, with a total value of £300,000, commenced on 1st December 2024 and will end on 30th November 2027, with an option for two additional one-year periods. The award was made to Kashket Supply Limited on 21st November 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in bespoke and ceremonial uniforms. The contract requires the measurement, supply, and bespoke tailoring of ceremonial uniforms for over 280 In-Pensioners annually, which necessitates a high level of service, quality, and understanding of customer needs. Such contracts are ideal for SMEs experienced in high-quality garment manufacturing and tailoring, particularly those with expertise in handling ceremonial and military apparel. Participating businesses can benefit from a stable and sizeable contract from a prestigious institution, potentially enhancing their reputation and driving business growth.

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Notice Title

Provision of military uniforms & accoutrements

Notice Description

Please be aware this requirement is for the provision of ceremonial military uniforms and accoutrements. As part of this tender, you will be required to demonstrate and evidence previous experience with this line of work. The Royal Hospital Chelsea accommodates and cares for In-Pensioners both male and female who undertake duties in Ceremonial Dress. In order to minimise disruption, we must ensure the process for equipping all In-Pensioners is straightforward and seamless. Currently there are 280+ In-Pensioners who are required to wear Ceremonial dress. The Royal Hospital Chelsea has an annual average turnaround of 50 pensioners circa. This includes: Scarlet coats Trousers Blues jackets

Lot Information

Lot 1

An In-Pensioner male or female should encounter minimal stress when being fitted for ceremonial clothing. The contract must be flexible in its approach to work scheduling and provide a high level of service, quality and understanding of the needs of the customer. This requirement is for the measurement, supply of stock (i.e. a generic size range) and bespoke measured ceremonial uniforms (i.e. specific individual tailored garments) for The Royal Hospital Chelsea.

Options: 2 x 1 year option periods at the discretion of the Royal Hospital Chelsea

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-048b63
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001658-2025
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35811300 - Military uniforms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2024 - 30 Nov 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL HOSPITAL CHELSEA APPEAL LIMITED
Contact Name
David Williams
Contact Email
david.williams@chelsea-pensioners.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2078815245

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW3 4SR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Royal Hospital
Westminster Constituency
Chelsea and Fulham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KASHKET SUPPLY

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