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Award

09 Sep 2025 at 12:37

Award

04 Aug 2025 at 11:38

Tender

24 Apr 2025 at 14:26

Summary of the contracting process

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Supply of Personal Protective Equipment, Accessories, Workwear & Associated Services." This tender falls under the industry category of goods, specifically protective and safety clothing and accessories. The procurement process was completed using an open procedure and involves a single supplier framework agreement with Simon Safety & Lifting Centre Ltd. This contract covers locations within Port Talbot and is accessible to the South Wales Trunk Road Agency and all schools within the County Borough. The contract was awarded on 5th September 2025 with a start date of 1st October 2025, running initially for two years with the possibility of extending it annually for an additional two years until 2029. The agreement ensures an agreed price schedule and procurement without reopening competition, with a gross contract value amounting to GBP 960,000.

This procurement contract presents significant business opportunities for companies involved in the supply of personal protective equipment and workwear. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specializing in protective gear, especially those registered with the British Safety Industry Federation, are well-positioned to benefit from this agreement. The framework agreement is particularly suited for businesses equipped to supply consistent goods across multiple locations within Wales. By becoming part of this supplier network, firms can scale operations, enhance their market presence, and build long-term relationships with public authorities such as Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council. The framework's focus on occupational safety products also aligns well with enterprises dedicated to providing essential services that prioritize safety and compliance.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Personal Protective Equipment, Accessories, Workwear & Associated Services

Notice Description

An award and contract signing has been made by Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council to establish a single supplier framework to supply the Council with Personal Protective Equipment ('PPE'), Accessories, Workwear and potentially any additional associated services (e.g face fitting for respirators). The Council has a number of sections that deliver essential front line services to the public as well as delivering internal services to staff across the Authority. This arrangement is mainly for use by Council officers and SWTRA but shall be available to all schools within the CountyBorough.This arrangement shall be accessed by the South Wales Trunk Road Agency (SWTRA) whosehead office is based at the following address:The Quays,Brunel Way,Briton Ferry,Neath,SA11 2GGThe initial agreement will be for a period of 2 years with the option to extend for a further 2 years on an annual basis.The commencement start date will be 1st October 2025.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The initial agreement will be for a period of 2 years with the option to extend for a further 2 years on an annual basis.

Renewal: The initial agreement will be for a period of 2 years from 01/10/2025 with the option to extend for a further 2 years on an annual basis.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05070b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054987-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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


CPV Codes

18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories

18143000 - Protective gear

18444000 - Protective headgear

18830000 - Protective footwear

33735100 - Protective goggles

35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£799,999 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
2029-04-24

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORT TALBOT
Postcode
SA13 1PJ
Postcode Area
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL44 Neath Port Talbot
Delivery Location
TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot

Local Authority
Neath Port Talbot
Electoral Ward
Aberavon
Westminster Constituency
Aberafan Maesteg

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Simon Safety & Lifting Centre Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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