---
title: "Body Armour"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068a57"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068a57.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED"
published: "2026-04-24"
---

# Body Armour

Buyer: BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068a57

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## Summary

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED, a sub-central public authority based in London, is planning a procurement process for body armour, with a total estimated value of £90 million. The process, categorised under garments for anti-ballistic protection, is at the planning stage as of 24 April 2026. The procurement, intended for the public goods sector, will follow a framework agreement and deliveries are slated to begin on 1 June 2027. The anticipated notice date for future communications is set for 10 January 2027, with deliveries covering the UK region from June 2027 through to May 2031.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in protective garments and tactical gear, especially those with experience in anti-ballistic protection. Companies that have a strong track record with framework agreements and can offer high-quality goods at competitive prices are well-suited to compete. Engaging with such procurement can facilitate business expansion in the government defence sector, leveraging long-term contracts to aid in business sustainability and growth.

## Notice

Replacement procurement for the existing BlueLight Commercial Body armour tender

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037409-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 10 Jan 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2027 - 31 May 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000,000 |
| 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

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

### Codes

- 35815000 - Garments for anti-ballistic protection

## Release History

- 24 Apr 2026 at 09:04 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037409-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037409-2026
  24th April 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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