B546/26 - Framework for the Supply of High Visibility, Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), Workwear and Uniforms

BRIDGEND COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

06 May 2026 at 11:29

Planning

30 Jan 2026 at 16:36

Summary of the contracting process

Bridgend County Borough Council is currently conducting a tender process for the supply of high visibility personal protection equipment (PPE), workwear, and uniforms under the framework agreement titled "B546/26 – Framework for the Supply of High Visibility, PPE, Workwear and Uniforms." The procurement is categorized under goods and follows an open procedure method, suitable for businesses looking to participate in public sector contracts. The framework allows for a maximum of two participants and is applicable under Welsh devolved regulations. Key stages of the procurement process include the tender submission deadline on 8th June 2026, with the evaluation and award process expected to conclude by 20th July 2026. This contract covers the geographical region designated as UKL17, specifically applicable to Bridgend, United Kingdom, with an estimated contract value of £700,000 gross, going up to £840,000 including VAT.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in the manufacture and supply of protective clothing, footwear, and accessories to establish or expand their presence within the public sector. Firms with capabilities in producing safety equipment and high visibility apparel will find this tender beneficial, especially those certified to supply public authority contracts in compliance with UK regulations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate due to their noted suitability in the procurement terms, providing a chance for business growth through a secure framework agreement. Companies interested in exploring further must engage with the e-Tendering portal of Value Wales to submit their proposals, leveraging the potential two-year contract with options to renew for up to two additional 12-month periods.

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Notice Title

B546/26 - Framework for the Supply of High Visibility, Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), Workwear and Uniforms

Notice Description

Bridgend County Borough Council are tendering for a Framework for the Supply of High Visibility, Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), Workwear and Uniforms.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract Period: Circa. 19th August 2026 until Circa. 18th August 2028 with the option to extend for up to a further 2 x 12-month periods

Planning Information

Bridgend County Borough covers an area of approximately 28,500 hectares which stretches 20 kilometres along the M4 corridor from West to East, taking in the Llynfi, Garw and Ogmore valleys to the north and bordering the Bristol Channel to the south. Bridgend County Borough Council is completing Pre-Market Engagement for the future Framework for the Provision of Hi Visibility, PPE and Clothing to Bridgend County Borough Council as the Authorities current contract is due to expire in 2026. This will be a corporate contract which will run for 2 years with the option to extend for up to a further 2 x 12-month periods. The new framework will incorporate Hi Visibility, PPE and Clothing requirements across numerous departments within the authority from Flying Start to Highways and Waste. As part of our pre-market engagement we are asking for interested parties complete a questionnaire. Please email tenders@bridgend.gov.uk for a member of BCBC’s Procurement Team to forward the Questionnaire for completion. The deadline to request the questionnaire is Friday 13th of February 2026 and the deadline to submit a questionnaire is Tuesday 17th of February 2026. Procurement Process and Provisional Timeline – January/February - Pre-Market Engagement via Questionnaires, Deadline for Questionnaire completion is 5pm on Tuesday 17th of February 2026. April 2026 – Tender process launched. May 2026 – Tender process closes. June 2026 – Evaluation period ends. June 2026 – Award. July 2026 – Sealing. August 2026 – Commence the Contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061378
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041482-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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


CPV Codes

18000000 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

18143000 - Protective gear

18444000 - Protective headgear

18830000 - Protective footwear

33735100 - Protective goggles

35113000 - Safety equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
13 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Aug 2026 - 18 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-04-15

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRIDGEND COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BRIDGEND
Postcode
CF31 4WB
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot

Local Authority
Bridgend
Electoral Ward
Bridgend Central
Westminster Constituency
Bridgend

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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