Tender

Supply of Cadet Uniform

TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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Tender

08 Jan 2026 at 16:45

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority, a sub-central government public authority. They have issued a tender titled "Supply of Cadet Uniform" under the goods category, specifically targeting fire-brigade uniforms. Located in Tyne and Wear, UK, the procurement is at the tender stage with an open competition method. Key dates include the end of the enquiry period on 2nd February 2026 and the submission deadline on 5th February 2026. The contract is set to commence on 30th March 2026 and will run until 29th March 2028, with potential renewals extending to 2030. This initiative supports the Fire Cadet Program, which is pivotal in developing young people’s skills in fire safety and community service.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in fire-brigade uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE). As the procurement method is an open competition, it's accessible to a wide range of businesses, allowing smaller suppliers with quality offerings to compete on equal footing. The criteria focus heavily on quality (60%) and price (40%), indicating that suppliers should ensure high standards in their product offerings. Businesses that can demonstrate excellence in quality assurance and competitive pricing will be well-positioned to win this tender. It is an ideal opportunity for organisations that have experience in uniform manufacturing and wish to expand their client base within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Cadet Uniform

Notice Description

TWFRA ('the Authority') is the publicly accountable body that oversees the policy and service delivery of Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service ('the Service') on behalf of the community. The Service successfully leads the operational delivery of fire and rescue services such as public protection, fire and other emergency prevention, operational response and resilience. Our stations, staff and appliances are strategically placed across Tyne and Wear to ensure efficient and effective response to fires and other emergencies. Appliances work across station areas and can be mobilised whilst away from their home station. We also have robust arrangements with neighbouring services to enable additional support during major emergencies. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) operates a Fire Cadet Program aimed at developing young people's skills, confidence, and understanding of fire safety and community service. As part of this program, there is a requirement to suitably equip cadets with appropriate uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure safety and maintain professional standards during training and activities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06023e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001620-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35811100 - Fire-brigade uniforms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@twfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TYNE AND WEAR,
Postcode
SR5 3QY
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Washington North
Westminster Constituency
Washington and Gateshead South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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