This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 Nov 2025 at 14:04

Award

16 Sep 2025 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Footwear - Police, Fire and Rescue" contract has been completed with Bluelight Commercial Limited, a public authority sub-central government based in London, serving as the buying organisation. The procurement, which follows an open procedure, was finalised on 21st November 2025. The initiative focused on the supply of footwear necessities for policing and fire services, covering various items suiting both male and female officers, spanning sizes from 3 to 14. The framework agreement allows for multiple procurement methods including direct awards and mini competitions, intending to cater to a broad range of emergency service units across the UK and British territories. Key dates for the contract include its operation period from 3rd November 2025 to 2nd November 2029, with the initial signing completing on 2nd November 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) specializing in manufacturing durable and flexible footwear suitable for emergency services. Companies like Alt Berg Limited, Beechwood Equipment Limited, and others have already been awarded contracts, highlighting the potential for established and emerging firms to cater to detailed requirements in this niche market. With a budget allocation totalling £24 million, businesses equipped with the capacity to deliver quality at scale can find promising prospects in responding to direct awards or participating in competitive mini-tenders, securing contracts under the open framework agreement. The focus on quality, as well as competitive pricing, ensures a level playing field for interested suppliers aiming to support UK emergency services.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Footwear - Police, Fire and Rescue

Notice Description

This framework covers the provision of footwear for both Policing and Fire requirements. Footwear is an integral part of uniform for both Officers and Staff across Blue light organisations. The specification outlines the key requirements for each product required, as part of a Lot structure. All items must be designed to accommodate both male and female officers and staff and be available in a range of sizes from 3 to 14.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0552e1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076063-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

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


CPV Codes

18800000 - Footwear

35811200 - Police uniforms

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 2 Nov 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JS
Postcode Area
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
17
Supplier Names

ALT BERG LIMITED

BEECHWOOD EQUIPMENT LIMITED

CLAD SAFETY LIMITED

COONEEN PROTECTION LIMITED

FUTURE GARMENTS LIMITED

GOLIATH FOOTWEAR LIMITED

HUNTER APPAREL SOLUTIONS LIMITED

INTERNATIONAL BRANDS GROUP UK LTD

Iturri SA

J P Bond & Co

JOLLY SCARPE ROMANIA SRL

JOLLY SCARPE SPA

MI HUB LIMITED

MICHAEL LUPTON ASSOCIATES LIMITED

NITON EQUIPMENT LIMITED

OXFORD SAFETY SUPPLIES LIMITED

TASK FORCE DISTRIBUTION LIMITED

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