--- title: "Mk4a Suits - Surety of Supply" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a831cd5c-76a9-4215-917a-9a1100901678" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a831cd5c-76a9-4215-917a-9a1100901678" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a831cd5c-76a9-4215-917a-9a1100901678.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a831cd5c-76a9-4215-917a-9a1100901678.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, ISTAR, CHEMICAL, BIOLOGICAL, RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR DELIVERY TEAM (CBRN DT)" published: "2020-07-09" --- # 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-a831cd5c-76a9-4215-917a-9a1100901678 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a831cd5c-76a9-4215-917a-9a1100901678) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a831cd5c-76a9-4215-917a-9a1100901678.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence, specifically the ISTAR, Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Delivery Team (CBRN DT), is currently conducting a procurement process for Mk4a Suits, which are essential for ensuring a surety of supply for the CBRN MK4a Individual Protective Equipment (IPE). This procurement, categorised under goods related to clothing made of coated or impregnated textile fabrics, has an estimated value of £19,800,000 and is located in Bristol, England. The procurement method is classified as a limited procedure, negotiated without prior publication, and the tender period will conclude on 5th August 2020. The contract, set to run from 1st June 2021 to 30th June 2026, focuses on maintaining existing capabilities in the supply chain to quickly respond to potential demands. This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in textile manufacturing, particularly those capable of producing high-quality protective clothing. Companies with the ability to stockpile necessary materials and deliver large orders rapidly will be well-suited to compete. Businesses that are SMEs can particularly benefit from this procurement, given their agility and potential to meet the urgent supply requirements set forth by the Ministry of Defence. Overall, this contract could aid in strengthening supply chains and enhancing business growth in the protective equipment sector. ## Notice Clothing made of coated or impregnated textile fabrics. 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/e1d39972-9f72-4e8d-9eb7-293887d66dcb | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Jul 2020 | | Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2021 - 30 Jun 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 - 9 Jul 2020 at 13:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1d39972-9f72-4e8d-9eb7-293887d66dcb ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1d39972-9f72-4e8d-9eb7-293887d66dcb 9th 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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