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title: "Defra Group Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)"
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# Defra Group Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a25f95a0-d065-4209-986b-284e84116fa2

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), located in London, UK, has completed the procurement process for the "Defra Group Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)" contract. This procurement falls under the industry category of protective and safety clothing, with locations for delivery spanning the UK, British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other international locations. The procurement followed a selective method described as a restricted procedure, aimed above threshold levels. The contract period begins on 15th July 2026 and ends on 14th July 2029, with the award stage finalised as of 17th July 2026. The total contract value is GBP 10,500,000, and Arco Limited has been appointed as the supplier.

This tender presents multiple opportunities for companies in the protective clothing and safety equipment industry. It is particularly beneficial for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to the indicated suitability for such entities. Companies that specialise in providing high-quality protective gear with the ability to scale their distribution across the specified regions would be well-positioned to compete effectively in similar future procurement rounds. Engaging with Defra through this type of tender can significantly bolster business growth by establishing long-term supply relationships with the UK government and expanding reach into international markets.

## Notice

Defra Group Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/274d9edd-7616-43bc-aa5f-7ef047028e05 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Jul 2026 - 14 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £10,500,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| 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 | ARCO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2026 at 09:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/274d9edd-7616-43bc-aa5f-7ef047028e05

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/274d9edd-7616-43bc-aa5f-7ef047028e05
  17th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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