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Supply of Fire Fighter Structural Boots, Hoods & Gloves

MERSEYSIDE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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29 Apr 2026 at 10:13

Summary of the contracting process

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority has completed a procurement process for the supply of firefighter structural boots, hoods, and gloves under award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. This contract falls within the industry category of fire-brigade uniforms (CPV code: 35811100) and is classified under goods procurement. The process was conducted using a limited procurement method and relied on the YPO Framework 1204 PPE Workwear, Uniform, Managed Services. The procurement spanned several regions, including Merseyside, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Cheshire, Cumbria, Northern Ireland, and the Isle of Man, with the award stage finalised on 8th April 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in protective gear and fire-resistant materials. Suitable businesses would include those capable of providing quality equipment that meets rigorous technical and trial specifications, with a strong emphasis on competitive pricing and social value. Suppliers such as Ballyclare Limited and Hunter Apparel Solutions Limited were successful, indicating potential growth for large-scale suppliers and small to medium-sized enterprises alike. Companies looking to expand their market presence in regional fire services have an opportunity to align with the specific needs of Merseyside and nearby areas, particularly through procurement pathways that utilise established frameworks and promote managed services options.

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Notice Title

Supply of Fire Fighter Structural Boots, Hoods & Gloves

Notice Description

Supply of Fire Fighting Structural, Boots, Hoods and Gloves

Lot Information

Fire Fighter Structural Boots

Fire Fighter Structural Boots

Options: 12 Months

Supply of Fire Fighter Structural Boots with Metallic Inserts

Supply of Fire Fighter Structural Boots with Metallic Inserts

Options: 12 Months

Fire Fighter Structural Non Leather Gloves

Fire Fighter Structural Non Leather Gloves

Options: 12 Months

Supply of Fire Fighter Structural Hood

Supply of Fire Fighter Structural Hood

Options: 12 Months

Fire Fighter Structural Leather Gloves

Fire Fighter Structural Leather Gloves

Options: 12 Months

Procurement Information

MF&RS utilised the YPO Framework 1204 PPE Workwear, Uniform, Managed Services Lot 2 Fire Protective Gear - Plus Optional Managed Services. Sub Lots : 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3 Under the 2015 Regulations

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068dbe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039056-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

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
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Apr 196165 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEYSIDE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L30 4YD
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Netherton and Orrell
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

1000000

BALLYCLARE

EAGLE TECHNICAL PRODUCTS

HUNTER APPAREL SOLUTIONS

Further Information

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