Planning

715862482-Complex Geometry Body Armour - UK1

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

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 organisation, located in Bristol, UK, is managing a procurement process titled "Complex Geometry Body Armour". This initiative is under the defence and security category, focusing on advanced body armour solutions, which includes hard armour plates, soft armour filler, and tactical vests/carriers. As of 14 May 2026, the process is in the planning update stage, following an industry engagement scheduled for 15 June 2026. The entire procurement is valued at £5,000,000 and is set to be executed via an open procedure. Key procurement milestones anticipate communication updates by October 14, 2026, with the contract period aimed to start on December 14, 2026, and conclude by December 2031, applicable across the UK.

This tender presents promising growth opportunities for businesses involved in the defence sector, particularly those specialising in security and defence equipment manufacturing. Firms with experience in body armour technology and SMEs can leverage this project to expand their market presence in government defence contracts. The open procurement method ensures that qualified businesses have equitable chances to compete, fostering innovation and advancement in military-grade equipment solutions. Engaging in this tender could significantly bolster business portfolios and enhance reputation within the defence industry.

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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.

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/044359-2026
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
14 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Oct 20266 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
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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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