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Provision of PPE and associated products for HVP

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

ContractAmendment

02 Mar 2026 at 11:13

Award

29 Sep 2025 at 15:46

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process overseen by The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire pertains to the provision of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and associated products for High Volume Pump (HVP) Operators. This contract, identified as C0908, falls into the public authority sector within the sub-central government level. The tender stage has progressed to contract amendment, effective from 2nd March 2026. The associated contract commenced on 30th April 2025 and is set to conclude on 29th April 2026. Key stakeholders include Baca Workwear & Safety Ltd as the awarded supplier, situated in Northampton. The procurement method utilized was direct, specifically below threshold without competition, and is valued at £25,000 net of tax.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in the manufacture and supply of protective and safety clothing, as well as protective gear. Companies familiar with the specifications and requirements of emergency services and HVP operations will find this contract advantageous for showcasing product quality and innovation. Baca Workwear & Safety Ltd, a small to medium enterprise (SME), actively participates in such contracts, indicating favourable prospects for similar scale enterprises aiming to expand their footprint in the protective equipment market. The focus on sub-central government procurement through direct engagement highlights simplified entry avenues for businesses equipped to navigate tailored, low-competition procurement landscapes.

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Notice Title

Provision of PPE and associated products for HVP

Notice Description

Provision of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and associated products for High Volume Pump (HVP) Operators for Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Authority

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a466
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018333-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK10 - Contract Change 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

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


CPV Codes

18143000 - Protective gear

35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Apr 202512 months ago
Contract Period
29 Apr 2025 - 29 Apr 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
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN8 6GS
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Brickhill and Queensway
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BACA WORKWEAR & SAFETY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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