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title: "Supply of Cadet Uniform"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06023e"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-01-08"
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# Supply of Cadet Uniform

Buyer: TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06023e

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority, a sub-central government public authority. They have issued a tender titled "Supply of Cadet Uniform" under the goods category, specifically targeting fire-brigade uniforms. Located in Tyne and Wear, UK, the procurement is at the tender stage with an open competition method. Key dates include the end of the enquiry period on 2nd February 2026 and the submission deadline on 5th February 2026. The contract is set to commence on 30th March 2026 and will run until 29th March 2028, with potential renewals extending to 2030. This initiative supports the Fire Cadet Program, which is pivotal in developing young people’s skills in fire safety and community service.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in fire-brigade uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE). As the procurement method is an open competition, it's accessible to a wide range of businesses, allowing smaller suppliers with quality offerings to compete on equal footing. The criteria focus heavily on quality (60%) and price (40%), indicating that suppliers should ensure high standards in their product offerings. Businesses that can demonstrate excellence in quality assurance and competitive pricing will be well-positioned to win this tender. It is an ideal opportunity for organisations that have experience in uniform manufacturing and wish to expand their client base within the public sector.

## Notice

TWFRA ('the Authority') is the publicly accountable body that oversees the policy and service delivery of Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service ('the Service') on behalf of the community. The Service successfully leads the operational delivery of fire and rescue services such as public protection, fire and other emergency prevention, operational response and resilience. Our stations, staff and appliances are strategically placed across Tyne and Wear to ensure efficient and effective response to fires and other emergencies. Appliances work across station areas and can be mobilised whilst away from their home station. We also have robust arrangements with neighbouring services to enable additional support during major emergencies. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) operates a Fire Cadet Program aimed at developing young people's skills, confidence, and understanding of fire safety and community service. As part of this program, there is a requirement to suitably equip cadets with appropriate uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure safety and maintain professional standards during training and activities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001620-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | TYNE AND WEAR, |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR5 3QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Washington North |
| Westminster constituency | Washington and Gateshead South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35811100 - Fire-brigade uniforms

## Release History

- 8 Jan 2026 at 16:45 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001620-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001620-2026
  8th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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