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title: "Ballistic Personal Protective Equipment"
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buyer: "ARK GROUP DMCC"
published: "2025-05-29"
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# Ballistic Personal Protective Equipment

Buyer: ARK GROUP DMCC  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b930824a-5b75-4930-9172-21d99ece105a

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## Summary

ARK Group DMCC, acting on behalf of the UK and Danish Governments, has initiated a tender titled "Ballistic Personal Protective Equipment" to support the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF). This procurement process is at the tender stage, with interested suppliers invited to submit proposals by 19th June 2025 at 18:00 Beirut local time. The opportunity is classified under the industry category of "Garments for anti-ballistic protection," and is suitable for delivery to Beirut, Lebanon. The tender, with an estimated value between GBP 100,000 and GBP 200,000, follows an open procedure below the threshold, with publication on 29th May 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses capable of supplying defence or law enforcement-grade equipment, particularly those specialising in personal protective equipment, to expand their market reach. SMEs are encouraged to participate, suggesting an inclusive procurement process that could foster business growth for smaller enterprises. Businesses experienced in international logistics and certified to provide ballistic protection gear are especially well-suited to compete for this contract, providing a pathway to reinforce their presence in the strategic defence supply sector.

## Notice

ARK Group DMCC, on behalf of the UK and Danish Governments, is supporting the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) through the provision of non-lethal equipment as part of a broader stabilisation and capacity-building programme. ARK is inviting qualified and experienced suppliers to submit proposals for the supply and delivery of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the LAF's Border Regiments. The required equipment includes: Modular ballistic vests with accessories, NIJ-certified ballistic plates, PASGT helmets, Ballistic eyewear, gloves, knee pads, and ear defenders Interested suppliers must be authorised to supply defence or law enforcement-grade equipment and capable of delivering to Beirut, Lebanon. The Invitation to Bid document details full technical specifications, quantities, and submission requirements. To receive a copy of the ITB (Reference: ITB-ARK100600-100586), please email: procurement@arkgroupdmcc.com with the subject line: Request for ITB - PPE The deadline for submitting proposals is 19 June 2025, 18:00 Beirut local time. ARK reserves the right to accept or reject any or all submissions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a1c34bc-aed6-4ae8-9243-427b1d6e79bc |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| 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 | ARK GROUP DMCC |
| Locality | DUBAI |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | SW1 |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35815000 - Garments for anti-ballistic protection

## Release History

- 29 May 2025 at 06:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a1c34bc-aed6-4ae8-9243-427b1d6e79bc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a1c34bc-aed6-4ae8-9243-427b1d6e79bc
  29th May 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://ark.international

## Provenance

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