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BLC0311 - Cycling Clothing and PPE

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED

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Planning

25 Jun 2026 at 13:58

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

BlueLight Commercial Limited is initiating a public procurement process for Cycling Clothing and PPE, under the title "BLC0311 - Cycling Clothing and PPE." As a sub-central government public authority based in London, BlueLight is in the planning stage of this procurement, which outlines a framework agreement allowing UK Police Forces to acquire appropriate cycling attire and equipment. The total estimated value is £2.5 million, with a framework lasting up to four years. A crucial date for pre-market engagement is set for 17th July 2026, followed by a further notice date on 27th July 2026. The procurement falls under the goods category, and the related contract period is planned to begin on 9th December 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production and supply of cycling clothing, PPE, bicycle helmets, police uniforms, and police equipment. It's especially suitable for SMEs, providing them an avenue to expand their business by partnering with public authorities like BlueLight Commercial. Engaging in this framework allows businesses to secure a stable contract valued at up to £3 million, and serves as a pathway to establish long-term relationships with law enforcement agencies across the UK. Suppliers should register and express their interest via the Blue Light National E-Commercial Portal, enabling them to participate in the tender process and leverage this substantial business opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BLC0311 - Cycling Clothing and PPE

Notice Description

BlueLight Commercial is providing advance notice of the upcoming tender for Cycling Clothing and PPE. This notice aims to inform potential suppliers of the upcoming opportunity and provide high-level information about the proposed framework. The framework aims to provide a compliant route for UK Police Forces to procure Cycling Clothing and PPE in line with operational requirements and relevant legislation. The estimated total value of the framework is PS2.5 million over a maximum term of four years. Interest can be expressed via the Blue Light National E-Commercial Portal. Suppliers must register on the portal for further clarification questions and communications. Direct Link: https://atamis-7459.my.site.com/s/Welcome

Planning Information

Pre-market engagement - BLC0311 - Cycling Clothing and Equipment

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bd46
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059921-2026
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

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

CPV Codes

18444112 - Bicycle helmets

35200000 - Police equipment

35811200 - Police uniforms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Dec 2026 - 8 Dec 2030 4-5 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
BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JS
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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