---
title: "Ballistic Shields"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0497cf"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-05-22"
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# Ballistic Shields

Buyer: SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0497cf

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## Summary

The Scottish Police Authority is involved in the procurement of ballistic shields, categorized under police equipment, through an open procedure. This procurement process is aimed at sourcing two types of shields, with the contract intended to span five years, from their Glasgow location. The process is in the award stage as of 22 May 2025, with the contract already signed on 24 January 2025. The initial tender commenced on 3 September 2024, with the submission deadline on 9 October 2024, and the award process initiated on 10 October 2024. As a public body governed by UK laws, the organisation ensures adherence to statutory norms including equality, diversity, and data protection legislation.

For businesses seeking to grow in the security and defence sector, this contract represents a substantial opportunity. Companies specialising in high-quality specialist manufacturing, particularly of ballistic protection gear, are well-suited to participate. Since the tender encourages diversity and the support of SME suppliers, businesses of varying sizes can potentially compete if they can meet the technical and quality requirements specified. The emphasis on technical merit (70%) over price (30%) underscores the necessity for firms to focus on superior standards in their products. Additionally, adherence to regulatory standards and the need for a robust supply chain make it an attractive opportunity for well-prepared businesses in this sector. The contract's ongoing renewal potential further enhances long-term business growth prospects.

## Notice

Procurement of two types of ballistic shield. 5 year duration.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Police Scotland require to procure two types of ballistic shield. Type one would be a shield that can be adapted to form part of a shield system. Type two a larger shield. The contract would be for a period of five years. The shields offered must be certified to the required ballistic standard stated within the tender document.

Renewal: Renewal to take place '6 moths prior to expiry of current contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024714-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 6 months prior to expiry of current contract. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £380,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £600,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G51 1DZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Govan |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNITED SHIELD INTERNATIONAL / POINT BLANK ENTERPRISES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35200000 - Police equipment

## Release History

- 22 May 2025 at 11:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024714-2025
- 3 Sep 2024 at 15:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028175-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.spa.police.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000777051
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA19762
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html?_ncp=1493993121006.474-1

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