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Ballistic Shields

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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28 Aug 2025 at 13:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has recently awarded a contract for ballistic shields, tailored to meet national guidelines and replace existing stock nearing expiration. This procurement, conducted through a direct method without competition, falls under the public authority's standing orders exemption process. The tender, listed under the category of protective goods, was completed with consideration of regional security requirements. The contract, valued at £42,830 (ex. VAT), was signed on 28th February 2025, set to span from 3rd March 2025 to 2nd March 2026, serving Greater Manchester Police, and signifies the procurement stage completion.

This tender offers prospective suppliers an opportunity to engage with public sector procurement processes, especially those specialising in manufacturing certified protective gear, providing an entry into consistent government contracts. Businesses that can innovatively meet high standards in occupational safety gear production, achieve necessary approvals like CAST DSTL certification, and ensure timely delivery are well-suited for participation in similar future tenders. SMEs with the aptitude to satisfy niche security equipment needs can greatly benefit by establishing themselves as reliable partners for law enforcement equipment provisioning.

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Notice Title

Ballistic Shields

Notice Description

Ballistic Shields Specific equipment is required in line with national guidelines. This contract is to replenish current stock levels that are due to expire. Shields are required to have CAST DSTL approval and certification. Awarded via GMP's exemption process as per GMP Contract Standing Orders. The date the contract is signed the date the exemption has been approved. The contract dates are based on the requirements of the exemption and value. An exemption may not exceed its maximum value and therefore the end date may be sooner if the value is exhausted. Contracted by Greater Manchester Combined Authority for Greater Manchester Police.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058f75
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052030-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories


CPV Codes

18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£42,830 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2025 - 2 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@gmp.police.uk
Contact Phone
+441618561140

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6EU
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FORCE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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