Planning

Ear and Eye Protection for operational Police Dogs

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SURREY

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Planning

11 May 2026 at 07:19

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey is in the planning stage of a procurement process for "Ear and Eye Protection for operational Police Dogs." This initiative falls within the industry category of protective gear and is specifically designed to enhance the safety of police dogs during operations involving distraction devices like flash bangs. The procurement is currently in the market engagement phase, with key milestones scheduled in the Guildford area, UKJ25 region. Interested parties need to contact the procurement service for submission forms by 29th May 2026. The main procurement category is goods, with the intention to finalise the procurement process by starting contract activities from 1st September 2026, extending as late as 31st August 2028, with a possibility of renewal.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in protective gear for animals, particularly those equipped to develop and supply innovative protective solutions that cater to the unique needs of police dogs. Companies focusing on the production of durable and effective protective headgear, goggles, and uniforms for law enforcement can leverage this opportunity to expand their offerings within the public sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to engage, as this procurement is suitable for them. Additionally, by connecting through the Surrey and Sussex tenant portal, businesses can explore further opportunities across various live tenders, fostering growth and securing long-term government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ear and Eye Protection for operational Police Dogs

Notice Description

The police and Crime Commissioner for Sussex and the Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey are exploring the market for the supply of ear and eye protection for our operational dogs. These dogs may be deployed during operations where distraction devices such as flash bangs or other incapacitating devices are used and may be in close proximity to such deployments. In light of this, the Force is seeking to understand what suitable protective products are currently available on the market, along with information regarding product performance, durability, and expected lifespan. If your organisation wishes to respond to this request for information, please email: paige.ward@sussex.police.uk to request the submission form. Closing date for receipt of completed forms is 29th May 2026 Alternatively if you wish to connect to Surrey and Surrey Police to see this opportunity and others you can register on In-tend to view all view opportunities now and in the future. 1. Register to In-Tend https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/register 2. Once registered, log into the portal and click on the Portal button in the top right corner 3. Scroll down the list to find Surrey Police and click where it says register with organisation. It should then link you to the Surrey Police where you can access live opportunities. To Connect also to Sussex Police, follow step 2 and 3 this time for Sussex Police. 4. It does take 10-15 minutes sometimes for the connection to process through but you should then be able to access any open opportunities.

Planning Information

To request a copy of the submission form please email paige.ward@sussex.police.uk Alternatively follow the registration instructions within the description to link to both the Surrey and Sussex tenant portal to access this and all other live opportunities current and in the future.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069534
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042778-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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

18143000 - Protective gear

18444000 - Protective headgear

33735100 - Protective goggles

35811200 - Police uniforms

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SURREY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GUILDFORD
Postcode
GU3 1YJ
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
Stoke
Westminster Constituency
Guildford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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