Planning

Supply and In-Service Support of Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBD)-UK1

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

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Planning

20 May 2025 at 15:15

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process under consideration is led by Defence Equipment and Support, a central public authority in the UK, based in Bristol. The initiative is focused on the "Supply and In-Service Support of Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBD)-UK1" and falls within the defence and security industry category. It is currently at the planning stage, with significant dates pointing towards a future notice expected by 31 January 2026, and the contract period spanning from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2030, with potential extensions until 31 March 2032. This procurement pertains to goods, specifically fire escape equipment and breathing apparatus, and the estimated contract value is £7.2 million. The procurement method involves a tender process, aimed at meeting above-threshold requirements.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those with capabilities in safety-critical equipment supply and support. The contract's defence and security classification opens doors for firms skilled in navigating such regulated environments. Companies, especially SMEs with expertise in the manufacture or refurbishment of safety equipment like Emergency Escape Breathing Devices, are well-poised to compete, benefiting from the sizeable contract value and long-term engagement envisaged. Engaging in this procurement process can contribute to business growth by expanding market presence in the defence sector and enhancing credentials in delivering high-stakes safety solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and In-Service Support of Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBD)-UK1

Notice Description

Refurbishment of current in-service Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBDs), together with the ability to purchase additional EEBDs. EEBDs are used in the event that there is a need to escape from atmospheres that are either toxic or unable to sustain life, and are a safety critical item to personnel on board ships/submarines. Please note: The information in this UK1 Pipeline Notice is purely for information, and no further details are available at this stage. Further details will be provided in a future notice if the opportunity progresses.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05195a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023436-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

35111400 - Fire escape equipment

44611200 - Breathing apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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