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title: "GB-Sevenoaks: Scalable Helmet Protection"
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# GB-Sevenoaks: Scalable Helmet Protection

Buyer: DSTL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9296164b-e2c2-4e1d-af3d-29171bd348de

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "GB-Sevenoaks: Scalable Helmet Protection" is initiated by Dstl, located in Sevenoaks, UK. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on military helmets with an estimated contract value of £113,000. The open procedure procurement method is being utilised, and the tender period concludes on 3rd October 2018. The contract period is set to commence on 12th November 2018 and extend until 29th March 2019. Businesses interested in participating are encouraged to demonstrate relevant experience, particularly with the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD).

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of protective equipment, particularly those with experience in developing ballistic and non-ballistic helmet solutions. Companies interested in competing should possess capabilities in producing scalable protective systems and conducting testing for compliance with military standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a track record of working on classified MOD projects will find this tender particularly relevant for growth and expansion in the defence procurement sector.

## Notice

Industrial advances in helmet technology suggest that an enhanced combat helmet is available. As such, the user is seeking a combat helmet solution, with enhanced ballistic and non-ballistic protection, that is suitable for the full spectrum of operational activities and environments. Tenderers are to develop, test and deliver 4 x functional helmets that achieve the specified requirements (ballistic and non-ballistic performance) by a single, scalable protection helmet system. If you are able to answer yes to the majority of the following questions, and indicate that you are interested in receiving the full statement of requirements (classified O-S) this can posted to you. * Do you have experience with working with UK MOD on classified projects? * Do you have a past history of supplying UK MOD with helmets? * Do you have experience of developing and manufacturing bullet resistant helmets? * Do you have experience of developing and manufacturing scalable helmet protection? * Do you have the ability to assess the protective performance and non-ballistic (blunt impact/drop) testing? 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 'GB-Sevenoaks: Scalable Helmet Protection'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccf0c82a-5940-4ca3-97b7-2b26356d1869 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Nov 2018 - 29 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £113,000 |
| 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 | DSTL |
| Locality | SEVENOAKS |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN14 7BP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent |
| Local authority | Sevenoaks |
| Electoral ward | Halstead, Knockholt and Badgers Mount |
| Westminster constituency | Sevenoaks |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35813000 - Military helmets

## Release History

- 20 Sep 2018 at 10:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccf0c82a-5940-4ca3-97b7-2b26356d1869

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccf0c82a-5940-4ca3-97b7-2b26356d1869
  20th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

## Provenance

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