--- title: "REQUEST FOR INFORMATION: BLC0145: Utility Vests & Waterproof Clothing" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ab3b4ac5-dd43-455a-81ec-6a19012fcf40" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ab3b4ac5-dd43-455a-81ec-6a19012fcf40" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ab3b4ac5-dd43-455a-81ec-6a19012fcf40.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ab3b4ac5-dd43-455a-81ec-6a19012fcf40.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL" published: "2024-07-11" --- # REQUEST FOR INFORMATION: BLC0145: Utility Vests & Waterproof Clothing Buyer: BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ab3b4ac5-dd43-455a-81ec-6a19012fcf40 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ab3b4ac5-dd43-455a-81ec-6a19012fcf40) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ab3b4ac5-dd43-455a-81ec-6a19012fcf40.json) ## Summary The public procurement contracting process is led by BlueLight Commercial and involves the procurement of Utility Vests & Waterproof Clothing within the goods category. The process is currently at the planning stage, with a closing date of 23/07/2024 @ 12:00 for submissions. The contracting authority is based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, and is seeking engagement from suppliers on standards and market developments. The procurement opportunities are for businesses involved in the provision of waterproof clothing and police uniforms. This tender by BlueLight Commercial presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the clothing industry looking to supply Utility Vests & Waterproof Clothing. As the process advances from the planning stage, interested businesses can participate by providing feedback on standards and market requirements. The closing date for submissions is 23/07/2024, encouraging timely engagement from suppliers to enhance their chances of securing future contracts within the specified industry category and geographical locations. ## Notice BlueLight Commercial are in the latter stages of defining the Statements of Requirements for upcoming tenders for Frameworks for the provision of Utility Vests and Waterproof Clothing. As part of this we have considered the Standards (and subsequent updates) utilised previously in procurements for these products. Prior to the release of new tenders for these products we want to ensure that we are considering the most appropriate standards and any new developments within the market place for these types of products. We would therefore welcome feedback on the Standards and details of any other areas Suppliers of these products feel we should consider as part of the procurement. CLOSING DATE: 23/07/2024 @ 12:00 Additional information: To find more details and respond please visit: https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/publictenders Registration is free, please use keyword: BLC0145 on the tenders page to find this opportunity. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afca6341-1e7f-4c48-97e7-1d5e857571ad | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Jul 2024 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 11 Oct 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL | | Locality | - | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B4 6DG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Ladywood | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 18221000 - Waterproof clothing - 35811200 - Police uniforms ## Release History - 11 Jul 2024 at 15:32 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afca6341-1e7f-4c48-97e7-1d5e857571ad - 11 Jul 2024 at 15:31 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afca6341-1e7f-4c48-97e7-1d5e857571ad - 11 Jul 2024 at 15:24 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afca6341-1e7f-4c48-97e7-1d5e857571ad - 11 Jul 2024 at 15:23 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afca6341-1e7f-4c48-97e7-1d5e857571ad - 11 Jul 2024 at 15:16 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afca6341-1e7f-4c48-97e7-1d5e857571ad - 11 Jul 2024 at 15:14 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afca6341-1e7f-4c48-97e7-1d5e857571ad ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afca6341-1e7f-4c48-97e7-1d5e857571ad 11th July 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bluelightcommercial/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/publictenders ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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