Planning

715794488 - PPA/017 - Naval Firefighting Helmet & Communication System

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

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Planning

17 Mar 2026 at 15:55

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S), part of the Ministry of Defence, is planning the procurement of a Naval Firefighting Helmet & Communication System for use aboard Royal Navy vessels. This initiative, entitled "715794488 - PPA/017 - Naval Firefighting Helmet & Communication System," falls within the industry category of protective gear and communication systems. The procurement process is at the planning stage, with key dates for the future notice set for 30th August 2026, and the contract period commencing on 30th September 2026, running until 29th September 2033, with the potential for renewal until 2035. The procurement method outlined is an open procedure, and procurement is above threshold, specifically categorised under defence security goods. The location for this procurement is set in the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in protective gear, portable radios, communication devices, and safety clothing, particularly those accustomed to supplying defence and security sectors. The open procedure invites competition, making it suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that offer innovative solutions and robust integration capabilities. Companies with expertise in defence-related communication systems and personal protective equipment will find this an ideal project to pursue, promoting growth through strategic partnerships and development within a respected domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

715794488 - PPA/017 - Naval Firefighting Helmet & Communication System

Notice Description

Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S), Power, Propulsion and Auxiliaries (PPA), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is exploring options to procure a replacement Firefighting Helmet & Communication System (FFHCS) for use aboard Royal Navy vessels. The helmets are expected to integrate with existing personal protective equipment, radio systems, and ancillary equipment. PPA supports multiple defence areas by delivering and sustaining systems that generate energy, provide propulsion, and enable cross-cutting auxiliary functions aboard naval vessels, including domestic, fire and rescue, and catering systems. Please note: This UK1 Pipeline Notice is for information only. Further details will be provided in a subsequent notice if the opportunity progresses.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066c9e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024222-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

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

CPV Codes

18143000 - Protective gear

32342300 - Microphones and speaker sets

32344280 - Portable radios

35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

35711000 - Command, control, communication systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Aug 20266 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2026 - 29 Sep 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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