This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

09 Jul 2025 at 15:06

Tender

16 Dec 2024 at 10:09

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by BlueLight Commercial Ltd focuses on establishing a framework for the provision of waterproof clothing, specifically targeting police services across the United Kingdom. This procurement, classified under the industry category "Police uniforms," follows an open procurement method and features several lots for different types of jackets and trousers. The estimated contract value is £13,000,000. The tender was in its active stage as of 16th December 2024, with submissions welcomed up until 30th January 2025. The open procedure aims to enter into a framework agreement with a maximum duration of four years, allowing up to 12 participants.

This opportunity presents significant potential for growth for businesses specialising in providing high-quality police uniforms and related goods. With its focus on quality and value, the framework is well-suited for SMEs with expertise in manufacturing police uniforms and delivering to government organisations. The procurement procedure offers a fair chance through electronic and written submissions, aligning well with companies adept in utilising digital processes for bidding. As this framework serves an essential public safety role, suppliers with proven track records in reliability and compliance would be ideal candidates to participate and contribute to the success of the framework.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

BLC0203: Framework for the Provision of Waterproof Clothing

Notice Description

This Framework will be available for Police services in United Kingdom for the supply and delivery of the following lots:* Lot 1- 3/4 Length Black Waterproof Jacket andTrousers * Lot 2- 3/4 Length Hi-Vis Waterproof Jacket and Trousers * Lot 3- Waterproof Blouson* Lot 4- Lightweight Hi-Vis Showerproof Jacket* Lot 5- Lightweight Hi-Vis Jacket* Lot 6- Multi-Functional Jacket

Lot Information

Lot 1 - 3/4 Length Black Waterproof Jacket and Trousers

Lot 1- 3/4 Length Black Waterproof Jacket and Trousers

Lot 2 - 3/4 Length Hi-Vis Waterproof Jacket and Trousers

Lot 2- 3/4 Length Hi-Vis Waterproof Jacket and Trousers

Lot 3 - Waterproof Blouson

Lot 3 - Waterproof Blouson

Lot 4 - Lightweight Hi-Vis Showerproof Jacket

Lot 4- Lightweight Hi-Vis Showerproof Jacket

Lot 5 - Lightweight Hi-Vis Jacket

Lot 5 - Lightweight Hi-Vis Jacket

Lot 6 - Multi-Functional Jacket

Lot 6 - Multi-Functional Jacket

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c83d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038663-2025
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

18221000 - Waterproof clothing

35811200 - Police uniforms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jun 20251 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 Ltd
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6FG
Postcode Area
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 Defence Ltd

Future Garments Limited t/a Eurox Limited

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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