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title: "Body Armour"
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buyer: "LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY"
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# Body Armour

Buyer: LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e5feed8-d587-428b-b4f0-fe69263e1334

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the purchase of body armour by Lancashire Constabulary, aiming for a potential three-year contract with a budget of £550,000, categorised under protective and safety clothing. This direct procurement action, classified as a single tender action below the threshold, had a tender period that ended on 5 April 2020. The awarded contract, which is active, commenced on 1 June 2020 and is set to conclude on 31 May 2023. The procurement primarily took place within the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This contract represents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing or supply of protective clothing and equipment. Companies that specialise in safety apparel, particularly those with capacity to fulfil large orders, can leverage this ongoing supply contract to expand their market presence within the public sector. Given that the winning supplier is already established, potential competitors should focus on differentiating their offerings, particularly in terms of quality and service, to engage with procurement opportunities from organisations similar to Lancashire Constabulary.

## Notice

This is for continued supply of body armour for a potential 3 years with our existing supplier Mehler inder public contract regs 2015 section 32 para 5(b) and 6

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42db490a-d6ba-460f-a63f-8acdf5c7923a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Apr 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2020 - 31 May 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £550,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £550,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR4 5SB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MEHLER VARIO SYSTEM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

## Release History

- 3 May 2020 at 12:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42db490a-d6ba-460f-a63f-8acdf5c7923a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42db490a-d6ba-460f-a63f-8acdf5c7923a
  3rd May 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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