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EEAST - Chemical, Biological, Radioactive and Nuclear Protection Suits and Gas-Tight Suits and Associated Products (26-T04)

East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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03 Jul 2026 at 10:39

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Tender

12 Feb 2026 at 13:10

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust has experienced a development in their procurement process concerning the supply of Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Protection Suits, Gas-Tight Suits, and related products, initially initiated in February 2026. This comprehensive procurement includes establishing a framework agreement open to multiple NHS Ambulance Trusts within the UK for the supply of these essential protective suits and associated items under an open procedure. Unfortunately, due to organisational changes, the procurement process was terminated as of 3rd July 2026, with an anticipated reissue on the same date, affecting the procurement timeline and stakeholders involved. This project was originally set with a tender end date of 11th March 2026 and an award period concluding on 15th April 2026, indicating the timely nature intended for implementation.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in protective gear for emergency services. Companies able to offer competitive pricing and robust product compatibility within hazardous environments would be well-suited for participation. The reissue of the tender, impacting various NHS Ambulance Trusts across the UK, presents a scalable opportunity for companies, including Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), capable of supplying and servicing these safety-critical goods. In pursuing the revised opportunity, potential suppliers can support enhanced preparedness and protection for emergency response personnel, fostering both commercial growth and public safety advancements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EEAST - Chemical, Biological, Radioactive and Nuclear Protection Suits and Gas-Tight Suits and Associated Products (26-T04)

Notice Description

The Contracting Authority is seeking to establish a framework agreement for the supply of Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) suits, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Gas-Tight Suits and associated items. The purpose of this procurement is to establish a list of pre-approved Suppliers offering CBRN PPE at annually fixed pricing to form an approved item catalogue which can be called off by any NHS Ambulance Trust.

Lot Information

CBRN Suits

For the supply, servicing (where required) and decontamination of CBRN suits designed to protect ambulance and emergency response personnel when operating in environments where chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear hazards may be present.

Gas Tight Suits

For the supply, serving (where required) and decontamination of fully encapsulating Gas Tight Suits designed to protect ambulance and emergency response personnel when entering or operating within environments containing hazardous chemicals, toxic industrial materials, gases, vapours, liquids, or particulate-based threats.

Associated items and consumables

For the supply of associated items and consumables used in conjunction with CBRN and Gas Tight Suits to support operational readiness, responder safety, and effective deployment in hazardous environments. Items supplied under this lot must be fully compatible with the CBRN and Gas Tight Suits awarded under Lots 1 and 2, and must enable safe use, integration, and operational performance in CBRN incident response.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064f09
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062655-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35113410 - Garments for biological or chemical protection

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,333,333 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£8,333,331 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MELBOURN
Postcode
SG8 6EN
Postcode Area
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Cambridgeshire
Electoral Ward
Melbourn
Westminster Constituency
South Cambridgeshire

Further Information

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