This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Implementation

25 Jun 2026 at 13:18

Award

15 Jan 2026 at 12:30

Award

15 Dec 2025 at 16:53

Tender

27 Oct 2025 at 16:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated by the Ministry of Defence, a prominent central government public authority based in Andover, United Kingdom. The process pertains to a tender notice titled "UK4 - Tender Notice," which focuses on the provision of Extreme Cold Weather (ECW) Clothing and Equipment for the Field Army and Joint Aviation Command. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically targeting Arctic clothing and equipment. The contract was awarded through an open procedure, with contracts valued at approximately £8.5 million and spanning from January 2026 to January 2029, with potential extensions up to 2030. As of June 2026, the contract has reached the implementation stage, marking significant progress in fulfilling its commitments.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in the manufacture and supply of extreme weather gear. Companies involved in producing high-quality, durable clothing suitable for harsh climates can find extensive growth opportunities by capitalising on this procurement. The Ministry of Defence's inclusion of SMEs, as demonstrated by the involvement of suppliers like Brigantes Consulting Limited, highlights that smaller businesses can indeed thrive in supplying goods to large government contracts. Businesses capable of delivering items meeting the required standards and specifications at competitive prices would be well-suited to engage with such significant procurement opportunities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

UK4 - Tender Notice

Notice Description

This requirement is for the provision of Extreme Cold Weather (ECW) Clothing and Equipment for Field Army and Joint Aviation Command. Items required include, but are not limited to, base layers, jackets, trousers, gloves and hats. To note, the total contract value for this requirement includes a PS4M Limit of Liability that is currently unfunded and subject to change.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Procurement of similar items during the period of contract, subject to budgetary approvals

Renewal: Option to extend for 1 year or part thereof

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d4a5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059886-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories


CPV Codes

37411300 - Arctic clothing and equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£8,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£8,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£8,500,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Dec 20257 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 11 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP11 8HJ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRIGANTES CONSULTING

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