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15 Jul 2026 at 15:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority, involved the supply of Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and associated products, specifically targeting fire-brigade uniforms under the CPV code 35811100. This contract, classified within the goods category, took place in Bootle, United Kingdom, in the region UKD73. The procurement was conducted through a limited method, specifically a direct award procedure using the YPO Framework, without prior publication of a call for competition. The contract was awarded to Bristol Uniforms Limited on 9th July 2026, and the procurement status is complete, with the contract valued at £140,000.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the protective clothing and safety equipment sectors, especially those with capabilities to deliver specialised uniforms for search and rescue operations. Although this tender was awarded to a large-scale supplier, Bristol Uniforms Limited, the framework used indicates that future similar opportunities may arise, and companies with relevant expertise should remain vigilant for direct award opportunities or broader competitive processes. Businesses with strengths in providing high-quality, durable PPE for emergency services would be well-suited to compete in such procurements.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Supply of USAR PPE & Associated Products

Notice Description

Supply of USAR Uniform to MF&RS

Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply of USAR Uniform to MF&RS, for the Urban Search & Rescue Teams

Procurement Information

The Contract was procured utlising the YPO Framework Ref 1204, Lot 1 Fire Protective Clothing. Via a Direct Award

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cc36
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066925-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35811100 - Fire-brigade uniforms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEYSIDE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L30 4YD
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
TLD7 Merseyside

Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Netherton and Orrell
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRISTOL UNIFORMS

Further Information

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