---
title: "BLC0160 Framework for the Provision of ARV / ARVO Uniform"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04da9f"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LTD"
published: "2025-02-06"
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# BLC0160 Framework for the Provision of ARV / ARVO Uniform

Buyer: BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04da9f

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## Summary

BlueLight Commercial Ltd, based in Birmingham, is currently in the tender stage for a national framework contract titled "BLC0160 Framework for the Provision of ARV / ARVO Uniform." This contract is for the supply of police uniforms, under the CPV classification 35811200. The procurement involves five lots: Boots, Gloves, Balaclavas and Snoods, Shirts, and Trousers, and is valued at £38,000,000. The framework will span up to four years and is accessible to all 43 police forces and wider bluelight organisations in the UK. The tender submission deadline is on 27th March 2025 at 1 PM, with the award period starting on the same day at 1:01 PM. This open procedure allows for electronic ordering and payments.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in police uniform manufacturing and supply. Companies that can provide quality boots, gloves, balaclavas, snoods, shirts, and trousers within the specified framework will find this an excellent avenue for growth. Small to medium enterprises capable of managing large-scale orders and adhering to stringent quality standards are particularly well-suited to participate. Furthermore, the open procurement process ensures a fair and competitive environment, encouraging a wide range of suppliers to partake and potentially expand their market presence within the public sector.

## Notice

BlueLight Commercial are advertising to the market a framework for the provision of ARV / ARVO Uniform including 5 lots, Boots, Gloves, Balaclavas and Snoods, Shirts and Trousers. A National framework available to all 43 Police forces and wider bluelight organisations.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 AFO Boots

AFO Boots

Lot 2 AFO Gloves

AFO Gloves

Lot 3 Balaclavas and Snoods

AFO Balaclavas and Snoods

Lot 4 AFO Shirts

AFO Shirts

Lot 5 AFO Trousers

AFO Trousers

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003958-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | 28 Jan 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £38,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LTD |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| 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

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

### Codes

- 35811200 - Police uniforms

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2025 at 12:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003958-2025
- 31 Jan 2025 at 14:31 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003302-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bluelight.police.uk
- https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home
- https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/publictenders

## Provenance

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