--- title: "Mk4a Suits - Surety of Supply" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-70338df5-1924-45fc-ae13-9bff7a694fc6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-70338df5-1924-45fc-ae13-9bff7a694fc6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-70338df5-1924-45fc-ae13-9bff7a694fc6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-70338df5-1924-45fc-ae13-9bff7a694fc6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, ISTAR, CHEMICAL, BIOLOGICAL, RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR DELIVERY TEAM (CBRN DT)" published: "2020-07-05" --- # Mk4a Suits - Surety of Supply Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, ISTAR, CHEMICAL, BIOLOGICAL, RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR DELIVERY TEAM (CBRN DT) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-70338df5-1924-45fc-ae13-9bff7a694fc6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-70338df5-1924-45fc-ae13-9bff7a694fc6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-70338df5-1924-45fc-ae13-9bff7a694fc6.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence's ISTAR, Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Delivery Team is conducting a tender for the procurement titled "Mk4a Suits - Surety of Supply". This project falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on clothing made of coated or impregnated textile fabrics. The tender period is set to conclude on 3rd August 2020, and the contract is expected to commence on 1st June 2021, lasting until 31st May 2026. The total estimated value of the contract is £19,800,000, and delivery addresses include various locations such as the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories. This procurement is being executed through a selective and negotiated procedure. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses that specialise in producing personal protective equipment, particularly those that can ensure a reliable supply chain for chemical and biological protective suits. Companies which are adept at managing inventory for large orders on short notice and those capable of meeting stringent quality standards for safety equipment will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may find an advantageous position given the project's requirements for supplier flexibility and quick response capabilities. ## Notice The Authority has a requirement to provide a surety of supply to the CBRN MK4a Individual Protective Equipment (IPE), a capability that is available for the whole force. The Mk4a is designed as an over suit to shed liquid chemical contamination and provide an acceptable level of Chemical Weapon (CW) vapour protection. The MK4a comprises of jacket and trousers. It forms part of a protective ensemble with the respirator, gloves, and over-boots. The Authority requires the supplier to purchase and stockpile material used for MK4a suits. Should a need occur, the supplier will be expected to fulfill a large order within a short timeframe. The aim of this project is not to enhance the MK4a's capability, only to maintain its performance requirement and to be able to order more of the same, if required. The assurance of the supply chain is paramount within this project; to be able to purchase and re-buy rapidly whilst not reducing its quality. Within the contract, the supplier will be expected to produce an annual batch of test suits to confirm they meet acceptable threat thresholds and quality standards. The Mk4a must be able to inter-operate with all other components, including Gloves (Airboss Moulded Gloves), Boots (Moulded Airboss CBRN Lightweight Overboot) and Respirator (General Service Respirator). Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Bristol: Clothing made of coated or impregnated textile fabrics.'. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7efa2c6-8e1b-4bfb-8f82-cda9b16ef56d | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Jul 2020 | | Submission deadline | 3 Aug 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2021 - 31 May 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £19,800,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, ISTAR, CHEMICAL, BIOLOGICAL, RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR DELIVERY TEAM (CBRN DT) | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS34 8JH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire | | Local authority | South Gloucestershire | | Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick | | Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories ### Codes - 18224000 - Clothing made of coated or impregnated textile fabrics ## Release History - 5 Jul 2020 at 18:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7efa2c6-8e1b-4bfb-8f82-cda9b16ef56d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7efa2c6-8e1b-4bfb-8f82-cda9b16ef56d 5th July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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