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BLC0145: Framework for the Provision of Utility Vests

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL

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Award

12 Feb 2025 at 13:46

Tender

19 Aug 2024 at 15:01

Summary of the contracting process

BlueLight Commercial has completed the procurement process for the provision of utility vests, under the framework agreement BLC0145. The tender, classified under the industry category of police uniforms (CPV code 35811200), involved a competitive open procedure. Awarding contracts valued at £4,000,000 in total, the procurement covered delivery across the United Kingdom, with key activities culminating in late 2024. The procurement included multiple suppliers, specifically Cooneen Protection Ltd and MC Products UK Limited, and prioritised criteria such as quality and social value (60%) alongside price (40%). The procurement stage has progressed from tender to award and contract signing, with the contract effective from 20th December 2024.

This framework presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in safety and police uniforms, particularly those capable of providing high-quality utility vests. By engaging with BlueLight Commercial, SMEs can benefit from stable, long-term contracts and the chance to supply essential goods to public order and safety organisations. The procurement method's open nature and emphasis on quality provide a level playing field for companies aiming to demonstrate exceptional product standards and social value contributions. Businesses geared towards reliable, bulk supply of protective gear within the UK will find this tender especially conducive to growth and partnership expansion.

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Notice Title

BLC0145: Framework for the Provision of Utility Vests

Notice Description

Utility Vests

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0491d4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004742-2025
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

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


CPV Codes

35811200 - Police uniforms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20241 years 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 Moore
Contact Email
dan.moore@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

COONEEN PROTECTION

MC PRODUCTS

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