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title: "Supply and In-Service Support of Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBD)-UK1"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05195a"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT"
published: "2025-05-20"
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# Supply and In-Service Support of Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBD)-UK1

Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05195a

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## Summary

The procurement process under consideration is led by Defence Equipment and Support, a central public authority in the UK, based in Bristol. The initiative is focused on the "Supply and In-Service Support of Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBD)-UK1" and falls within the defence and security industry category. It is currently at the planning stage, with significant dates pointing towards a future notice expected by 31 January 2026, and the contract period spanning from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2030, with potential extensions until 31 March 2032. This procurement pertains to goods, specifically fire escape equipment and breathing apparatus, and the estimated contract value is £7.2 million. The procurement method involves a tender process, aimed at meeting above-threshold requirements.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those with capabilities in safety-critical equipment supply and support. The contract's defence and security classification opens doors for firms skilled in navigating such regulated environments. Companies, especially SMEs with expertise in the manufacture or refurbishment of safety equipment like Emergency Escape Breathing Devices, are well-poised to compete, benefiting from the sizeable contract value and long-term engagement envisaged. Engaging in this procurement process can contribute to business growth by expanding market presence in the defence sector and enhancing credentials in delivering high-stakes safety solutions.

## Notice

Refurbishment of current in-service Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBDs), together with the ability to purchase additional EEBDs. EEBDs are used in the event that there is a need to escape from atmospheres that are either toxic or unable to sustain life, and are a safety critical item to personnel on board ships/submarines. Please note: The information in this UK1 Pipeline Notice is purely for information, and no further details are available at this stage. Further details will be provided in a future notice if the opportunity progresses.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023436-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 35111400 - Fire escape equipment
- 44611200 - Breathing apparatus

## Release History

- 20 May 2025 at 15:15 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023436-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023436-2025
  20th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-equipment-and-support
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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