---
title: "Ear defenders"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065791"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-02-18"
---

# Ear defenders

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065791

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## Summary

This contracting process, initiated by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority under the procurement method "below threshold - without competition," involves the direct award of a contract for the supply of ear defenders. The contract, awarded using GMP's exemption process, is intended for the Greater Manchester Police. Classified under the goods category "Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories," the contract has a gross value of £24,000. The procurement process has reached the completion stage, with the contract period spanning from 10th December 2025 to 31st March 2029. The award was made to Best4Systems, which is a large business located in Worthing, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in occupational clothing and accessories, particularly those with an interest in supplying products to law enforcement agencies like Greater Manchester Police. While the contract was awarded directly to Best4Systems and did not involve a competitive process, it highlights the potential for businesses in the sector to engage in future opportunities within public sector procurement. Companies that are adept at providing specialised workwear and can demonstrate strong relationships with public authorities are well-suited to consider similar tenders for business expansion.

## Notice

Ear defenders Awarded via GMP's exemption process as per GMP Contract Standing Orders. The date the contract is signed is the date the exemption has been approved. The contract dates are based on the requirements of the exemption and value. An exemption may not exceed its maximum value and therefore the end date may be sooner if the value is exhausted. Contracted by Greater Manchester Combined Authority for Greater Manchester Police.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015001-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £20,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 6EU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BEST4SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

### Codes

- 18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2026 at 18:09 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015001-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015001-2026
  18th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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