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title: "CBRN Chemical Protective Suits"
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# CBRN Chemical Protective Suits

Buyer: MERSEYSIDE FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dcc16fe5-46d4-4f96-ae63-803955a95759

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## Summary

Merseyside Fire & Rescue Authority has completed the procurement process for the provision of CBRN Chemical Protective Suits, designated under CPV classification 35113200, encompassing nuclear, biological, chemical, and radiological protection equipment. This open procedure, intended for SMEs, culminated in an award on 27th February 2025 for a contract starting on 4th March 2025 and concluding on 4th March 2026. The suits are gas-tight, incorporate integral gloves, boots, visors, and a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) system suitable for emergency responders. The procurement began with a tender published on 21st December 2024, with the tender period ending on 20th January 2025. Delivery of these suits is focused within England, United Kingdom.

The awarded contract, valued at £3,119,045, presents significant business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in protective gear for hazardous environments. The structured procurement process, tailored to accommodate SMEs, indicates favourable conditions for smaller businesses to successfully compete. Companies dealing with specialist protective clothing, particularly those with certifications in compliance with PPE regulations, stand to benefit from such high-value, niche procurement opportunities. The contract ultimately went to Respirex International Limited, a large-scale supplier known for its expertise in producing advanced protective suits.

## Notice

The provision of one-piece, gas-tight chemical protective suits, complete with integral gloves, boots and large clear visor with excellent vison. The suit must incorporate a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) type system, with appropriate filtration and user interface, enabling emergency responders to work within a CBRN environment. The full suit, including the PAPR unit and CBRN filters must hold a UKCA type examination certificate in respect of a model PRPS to Annex II of the PPE regulation (EU) 2016/425.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f893122b-e5f8-4ca0-8053-e3520f94ff9e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 Mar 2025 - 4 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,119,045 |
| 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 | MERSEYSIDE FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L30 4YD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton |
| Local authority | Sefton |
| Electoral ward | Netherton and Orrell |
| Westminster constituency | Bootle |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RESPIREX INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35113200 - Nuclear, biological, chemical and radiological protection equipment

## Release History

- 14 Mar 2025 at 16:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f893122b-e5f8-4ca0-8053-e3520f94ff9e
- 21 Dec 2024 at 23:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ca1541b-6e92-471f-95e1-e68749ad2d17

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f893122b-e5f8-4ca0-8053-e3520f94ff9e
  14th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ca1541b-6e92-471f-95e1-e68749ad2d17
  21st December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities/Index?v=2
  At the following link select Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service to navigate to the opportunity

## Notice URLs

- https://www.merseyfire.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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