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03 Aug 2026 at 12:30

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03 Aug 2026 at 12:27

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03 Aug 2026 at 12:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Police & Crime Commissioner for Merseyside & Chief Constable for Merseyside, involves the supply of softshell jackets. The procurement falls under the industry category of goods and is a direct award against the Blue Light Commercial Framework BLC-0275. These jackets are to be delivered across various regions in the United Kingdom. The process is in the award phase and the contract was signed on 24th July 2026, with the period of service running from 3rd August 2026 to 2nd August 2031. The contracting authority, situated at the Merseyside Police Headquarters in Liverpool, operates under a public authority - sub-central government classification. This contract was conducted via a direct procurement method, below the competition threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises, especially those involved in manufacturing or supplying apparel. Companies such as COONEEN DEFENCE LIMITED, which has been awarded the contract, exemplify the type of supplier that can successfully compete for such opportunities. Engaging in this procurement process not only provides revenue from the substantial contract valued at a gross amount of GBP 49,020 but also offers the chance to solidify business relationships with public authorities. Additionally, the wide geographical delivery requirement extends business reach, creating potential for future opportunities in various parts of the United Kingdom.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Supply of Softshell Jackets

Notice Description

Supply of Softshell Jackets Direct award against Blue Light Commercial Framework BLC-0275

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d9f0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073188-2026
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


CPV Codes

18223200 - Jackets

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,850 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£40,850 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 2 Aug 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POLICE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR MERSEYSIDE & CHIEF CONSTABLE FOR MERSEYSIDE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 3AN
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Everton West
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COONEEN DEFENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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