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title: "Floating Body Armour For HOIO"
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# Floating Body Armour For HOIO

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5164c457-261b-4a0f-a758-87c19bca888d

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## Summary

The Home Office has recently concluded an open tendering process for the procurement of floating body armour, specifically buoyant bullet-proof vests. The procurement, classified under CPV code 35815100, sought to solicit these critical goods for global delivery, spanning numerous countries. The tender process is in the award stage, with the contract initiated on 8th January 2025 and set to end on 31st March 2025. The contract, valued at GBP 105,858, has been awarded to United Shield International. This procurement effort aligns with the need for enhanced security provisions across various global locations, showcasing the Home Office's commitment to thorough and secure contracting processes.

This tender opens up substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in protective equipment, especially those capable of producing high-grade body armour. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) were encouraged to compete, thus fostering growth in this sector. Businesses adept at manufacturing and global logistics would find this contract a fitting opportunity to expand their reach and capabilities. United Shield International, the awarded supplier, exemplifies the necessary expertise and capacity to fulfil such significant international orders, setting a precedent for future procurement opportunities within the defence and security industry.

## Notice

Bouyant Body Armour Required

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed12830c-d121-4cc6-80e8-a2579e88a031 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 8 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £105,858 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £105,858 |
| 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 | HOME OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNITED SHIELD INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35815100 - Bullet-proof vests

## Release History

- 7 Feb 2025 at 13:19 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed12830c-d121-4cc6-80e8-a2579e88a031

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed12830c-d121-4cc6-80e8-a2579e88a031
  7th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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