---
title: "SWAST-5125-HT HART Ballistic Vests"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06847d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-04-16"
---

# SWAST-5125-HT HART Ballistic Vests

Buyer: SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06847d

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## Summary

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is seeking suppliers for the provision of SWAST-5125-HT HART Ballistic Vests, classified under special workwear within the goods category. This selective procurement, using a restricted procedure, involves supplying specialist vests open only to suppliers registered on the ESPO Framework 144_23 Lot 6. Located in the UK South West region (UKK), the tender process is at the active stage, with submissions due by 17th April 2026 at 8:00 AM. The invitation for the second stage is scheduled for 8th May 2026. The procurement contract is valued at £100,000, with a duration of 1080 days and no options for renewal.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in the supply of ballistic vests, particularly those already on the specified ESPO Framework 144_23. It calls for eight candidates for the second stage, providing a clear pathway for the right suppliers to secure a substantial long-term contract with the NHS, thereby enhancing their market presence and credibility. Businesses involved must be capable of fulfilling the electronic ordering and payment requirements and meet the stringent selection criteria without offering variants. This is an ideal opportunity for established suppliers to expand their footprint in the UK health sector, leveraging a purchase order with pre-defined conditions to foster stable revenue streams.

## Notice

SWAST-5125-HT HART Ballistic Vests supply

### Lot Information

Lot 1

SWAST-5125-HT HART Ballistic Vests supply of specialist vests, Tender only open to suppliers on the ESPO Framework 144_23

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034836-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | £100,000 |
| 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 | SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX2 7HY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | St Loyes |
| Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

### Codes

- 18130000 - Special workwear

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2026 at 14:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034836-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.swast.nhs.uk
- https://atamis-1928.lightning.force.com/

## Provenance

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