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Award

01 Jul 2026 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire has successfully completed a procurement process for the provision of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), specifically gloves, PSU gloves, and Method of Entry (MoE) PPE for Northamptonshire Police. The contract, titled "The Provision of PPE - Gloves, PSU Gloves & Method of Entry PPE," falls within the goods category, focusing on protective and safety clothing and gear. This procurement was carried out using the direct method, below the threshold without competition. Bennett Safetywear Limited has been designated as the supplier following the award stage, which became active on 1st July 2026. The contract, valued at £40,000, is scheduled to commence on 6th July 2026 and will run until 5th July 2029, with an option for a 12-month extension potentially extending its duration to 5th July 2030.

This contract presents a notable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in manufacturing or providing safety equipment and protective gear. Bennett Safetywear Limited, a Liverpool-based SME, was awarded the contract, showcasing the potential for similar businesses to secure government contracts in this sector. Suppliers possessing expertise in delivering high-quality safety equipment, particularly those with a focus on serving public sectors like police services, would find such contracts advantageous for business expansion. This procurement underscores the importance of compliance with safety standards and the capacity to deliver within specified timelines to fulfil the needs of local government procurement efficiently.

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Notice Title

The Provision of PPE - Gloves, PSU Gloves & Method of Entry PPE

Notice Description

The Provision of PPE - Gloves, PSU Gloves & Method of Entry (MoE) PPE for Northamptonshire Police.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c182
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061839-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

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


CPV Codes

18143000 - Protective gear

35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
5 Jul 2026 - 5 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN8 6GS
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Brickhill and Queensway
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BENNETT SAFETYWEAR

Further Information

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