Planning

The Supply of Public Order Shields

METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE

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Planning

29 Jan 2025 at 15:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) is engaging the market for the provision of Public Order Shields to the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) through a formal planning process. This procurement falls under the Anti-riot equipment industry category and will be conducted for the region of London, UK (UKI). The performance of the shields must be effective under various conditions and against certain substances. The procurement process is currently at the planning stage with further notices expected by 24 February 2025. The overall contract value is estimated at £470,000, and includes two lots: Short Shields and Long Shields, each with specific design and performance requirements.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses within the protective equipment sector, particularly those specialising in anti-riot gear. Suppliers capable of providing durable, versatile, and reliable public order shields that meet the stringent requirements have the potential to secure a lucrative contract. Companies with experience in recycling or refurbishing similar products, and those accredited with BS EN ISO 9001, would find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. The opportunity encompasses not only manufacturing new shields but also exploring innovative solutions for the maintenance and sustainability of existing equipment, positioning successful bidders for future public sector projects.

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Notice Title

The Supply of Public Order Shields

Notice Description

Overview The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC), the Contracting Authority, is issuing this Prior Information Notice (PIN) to inform the market of an upcoming procedure for the provision of Public Order Shields with the aim of engaging with capable service providers. ESTIMATED VOLUMES TBC - 750 long 300 short per annum. Further details regarding shield specifications are available on request. Scope of Services Public order shields, to be issued to Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) officers, for use in public order training and operations. The general design criteria are for shields that shall provide appropriate coverage and protection from missiles, chemical solvents (including petrol), heat and flame. Recycling / Refurbishment Potential suppliers will need to articulate how they propose recycling/refurbishment of "used" shields could work, including all aspects such as parts replacement, logistics, storage and disposal. Desirable Criteria Registration to BS EN ISO 9001. Tender Samples 6 operational long shield samples of the proposed product(s) shall be submitted free of charge. 6 operational short shield samples (able to connect to a map holder) of the proposed product(s) shall be submitted free of charge. 1 removable map holder shall be submitted free of charge. These samples will be used for MPS evaluation purposes, and shall be retained by the MPS

Lot Information

Short Shields

Short Shields for Public Order use The shape of the short shield blade is to be circular, with a post forming outside diameter of 0.65m + 5%. Post forming, the radius of the shield blade shall be appropriate to deflect and provide impact protection against missiles. The shield blade may be transparent or opaque, and shall be tough to resist attack from petrol and flame, chemicals and impacts. The appearance of the short shield should be matt. All sharp edges shall be removed. Handles shall be compatible with the current limb protectors and public order overalls. Handles shall be suitable for officers with different diameters of forearm. The short shield shall be carried on either arm of the officer with a continuous over-arm handle. Furthermore a handle assembly shall be provided for the officer's hand. Handles need to be stiff enough to resist impacts to the strike face of the shield from missiles. Where appropriate, impact attenuation materials shall be used to reduce force transferred to the officer. A removable map holder (able to carry an A4 map) shall be provided as an option. This should be able to be transferred to any short shield. All sharp edges shall be removed. The performance of the shields shall remain effective: After contamination with petrol and typically available domestic solvents (eg paint thinners / drain cleaner / battery acid); in ambient temperatures between -10C and +40C; against abrasion. Additional information: Further information and to register interest in this PIN, should be sent to Graham Colledge (graham.colledge@met.police.uk) Please note, this opportunity is likely to be under the Procurement Act 2023.

Long Shields

Long Shields The dimensions of the long shield blade, post forming, shall be 1.65m x 0.6m + 5%. During forming, nominally the top 1/6th of the shield should be formed forward by 20o. Each side of the shield should be formed diagonally backwards. This will emanate from 0.85m + 5% vertically from the base of the shield, and 0.09m + 5% horizontally from the side of shield, bending the shield diagonally backwards. Each corner shall have a radius of 25mm + 5%, with no sharp edges. The shield blade shall be transparent. The back panel shall be transparent. Both the shield blade and the back panel shall be tough and resist attack from impacts, petrol and flame, and chemicals. Shields shall be capable of being held together when upright and be joined together to form a continuous protected line, to interlock on the left and right hand side, in accordance with MPS tactics. The base of the shield blade should be able to withstand abrasion against a variety of common ground surfaces e.g. tarmac, concrete, gravel etc. surface, in accordance with MPS tactics Handles shall be compatible with the current limb protectors and public order overalls. Handles shall be suitable for officers with different diameters of forearm. The long shield shall be carried on the left arm of the officer with an over-arm handle. Furthermore a twin handle assembly shall be provided. Handles shall be stiff enough to resist impacts to the strike face of the shield from missiles. All sharp edges shall be removed. The performance of the shields shall remain effective: After contamination with petrol and typically available domestic solvents (eg paint thinners / drain cleaner / battery acid); in ambient temperatures between -10C and +40C; against abrasion. Additional information: Further information and to register interest in this PIN, should be sent to Graham Colledge (graham.colledge@met.police.uk) Please note, this opportunity is likely to be under the Procurement Act 2023.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04d70d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002981-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35220000 - Anti-riot equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£470,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Feb 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE
Contact Name
Graham Colledge
Contact Email
graham.colledge@met.police.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7769887917

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW6 6LT
Post Town
North West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI72 Brent
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Brent
Electoral Ward
Queens Park
Westminster Constituency
Queen's Park and Maida Vale

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