---
title: "Provision of Firefighter PPE & Clothing"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05257e"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05257e.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-24"
---

# Provision of Firefighter PPE & Clothing

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05257e

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Suffolk County Council involves the provision of Firefighter PPE & Clothing for the Suffolk Fire & Rescue Service. This procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a prospective contract value of £7,560,000 gross. The key industry category is protective and safety clothing, with delivery expected in the UKH14 region, specifically in Ipswich, United Kingdom. The tender is expected to proceed with the future notice slated for publication by 30th June 2026. The contract period is planned to commence on 1st September 2027 and concludes on 31st August 2037, with an option for renewal extending up to 2042.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for manufacturers and suppliers of protective and safety clothing, particularly those with experience in high-volume production and distribution within government frameworks. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality personal protective equipment (PPE) rapidly and effectively are well-suited to compete, given the scale and importance of the contract. Additionally, businesses situated within or able to service the UKH14 region can potentially leverage proximity advantages in logistics and stakeholder engagement, positioning themselves competitively in this procurement process.

## Notice

Provision of Firefighter PPE & Clothing to Suffolk Fire & Rescue Service

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027259-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2027 - 31 Aug 2037 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,300,000 |
| 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 | SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | TLH14 Suffolk CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

## Release History

- 24 May 2025 at 09:03 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027259-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027259-2025
  24th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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