Planning

715862482-Complex Geometry Body Armour - UK1

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

29 May 2026 at 13:18

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

18 May 2026 at 13:35

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

14 May 2026 at 12:30

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

14 May 2026 at 12:23

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

14 May 2026 at 12:01

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

14 May 2026 at 11:40

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Equipment and Support agency, a public authority within the UK Ministry of Defence, has initiated a tender process titled "715862482-Complex Geometry Body Armour - UK1" to explore current market capabilities for advanced body armour solutions, including hard armour plates, soft armour fillers, and tactical vests/carriers. This procurement, focusing on defence and security equipment, is scheduled to progress with an industry day on 15th June 2026 in Bristol. Key deadlines include responses to the request for information by 5th June 2026. The process currently is at the planning stage, with the contract expected to commence on 14th December 2026, running until 14th December 2031. The procurement is set to be conducted via an open procedure, and the total estimated value is approximately £5,000,000 (including VAT).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the defence industry, particularly those specialising in security and protective gear. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are explicitly deemed suitable to participate, fostering a competitive landscape that encourages innovation and partnership in developing state-of-the-art defence equipment. Engaging in this procurement process, companies can leverage this chance to establish or enhance their credibility within the UK defence sector, potentially leading to further collaborations and contract awards. Businesses with existing capabilities in advanced materials and product integration will have a competitive edge in fulfilling the requirements detailed in the tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

715862482-Complex Geometry Body Armour - UK1

Notice Description

UK MOD wishes to understand market current technology readiness levels regarding Complex Geometry Body Armour specific body armour solutions, including but not limited to; hard armour plates, soft armour filler, and tactical vests/carriers. Please see link to PME Questionnaire: https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=61075

Planning Information

Industry day on 15 June 2026 - 10.00-14.30 - invites will result from responses to RFI.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0698a9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050882-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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

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

CPV Codes

35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,166,666 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Oct 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Dec 2026 - 14 Dec 2031 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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