---
title: "BLC-0302 - Headwear and Accessories"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065e0f"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED"
published: "2026-04-23"
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# BLC-0302 - Headwear and Accessories

Buyer: BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065e0f

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## Summary

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED, a sub-central government public authority, is planning a procurement process for headwear and accessories required by UK Police Forces. The planned procurement is at the planning stage, with an estimated gross value of £11.8 million. The procurement will include modern and traditional headwear, accessories like belts, holders, torches, and others. The tender title is "BLC-0302 - Headwear and Accessories," and delivery is expected throughout the United Kingdom. Interested parties should mark their calendars for key dates such as the future notice date scheduled for 31 May 2026, and the contract period commencing on 27 September 2026 and ending on 26 September 2030.

This procurement process presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in protective gear, uniforms, and accessories, particularly those established within the UK. Its framework agreement structure enhances business growth potential by allowing multiple suppliers to participate, fostering competitive bids and innovation in product offerings. Businesses large and small—including SMEs—stand to benefit, especially if they can provide compliant solutions meeting the certification and operational requirements of police forces. Suppliers are encouraged to engage with BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED and offer feedback on the lot structure, standards, and potential for segmentation, advancing their prospects in this substantial and dynamic market.

## Notice

Modern headwear, traditional headwear and accessories like belts, holders, torches etc.

### Planning Information

Feedback on issued document.
Please make an expression of interest at https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/publictenders

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037240-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Sep 2026 - 26 Sep 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,000,000 |
| 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 | BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 18444110 - Helmets
- 31521320 - Torches
- 35230000 - Handcuffs
- 35811200 - Police uniforms

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2026 at 15:09 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037240-2026
- 27 Feb 2026 at 11:16 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017794-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037240-2026
  23rd April 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017794-2026
  27th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bluelightcommercial.police.uk/
- https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/publictenders
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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