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title: "Ear and Eye Protection for operational Police Dogs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069534"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SURREY"
published: "2026-05-11"
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# Ear and Eye Protection for operational Police Dogs

Buyer: THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SURREY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069534

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## Summary

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey is in the planning stage of a procurement process for "Ear and Eye Protection for operational Police Dogs." This initiative falls within the industry category of protective gear and is specifically designed to enhance the safety of police dogs during operations involving distraction devices like flash bangs. The procurement is currently in the market engagement phase, with key milestones scheduled in the Guildford area, UKJ25 region. Interested parties need to contact the procurement service for submission forms by 29th May 2026. The main procurement category is goods, with the intention to finalise the procurement process by starting contract activities from 1st September 2026, extending as late as 31st August 2028, with a possibility of renewal.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in protective gear for animals, particularly those equipped to develop and supply innovative protective solutions that cater to the unique needs of police dogs. Companies focusing on the production of durable and effective protective headgear, goggles, and uniforms for law enforcement can leverage this opportunity to expand their offerings within the public sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to engage, as this procurement is suitable for them. Additionally, by connecting through the Surrey and Sussex tenant portal, businesses can explore further opportunities across various live tenders, fostering growth and securing long-term government contracts.

## Notice

The police and Crime Commissioner for Sussex and the Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey are exploring the market for the supply of ear and eye protection for our operational dogs. These dogs may be deployed during operations where distraction devices such as flash bangs or other incapacitating devices are used and may be in close proximity to such deployments. In light of this, the Force is seeking to understand what suitable protective products are currently available on the market, along with information regarding product performance, durability, and expected lifespan. If your organisation wishes to respond to this request for information, please email: paige.ward@sussex.police.uk to request the submission form. Closing date for receipt of completed forms is 29th May 2026 Alternatively if you wish to connect to Surrey and Surrey Police to see this opportunity and others you can register on In-tend to view all view opportunities now and in the future. 1. Register to In-Tend https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/register 2. Once registered, log into the portal and click on the Portal button in the top right corner 3. Scroll down the list to find Surrey Police and click where it says register with organisation. It should then link you to the Surrey Police where you can access live opportunities. To Connect also to Sussex Police, follow step 2 and 3 this time for Sussex Police. 4. It does take 10-15 minutes sometimes for the connection to process through but you should then be able to access any open opportunities.

### Planning Information

To request a copy of the submission form please email paige.ward@sussex.police.uk 
Alternatively follow the registration instructions within the description to link to both the Surrey and Sussex tenant portal to access this and all other live opportunities current and in the future.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042778-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 11 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SURREY |
| Locality | GUILDFORD |
| Post town | Guildford |
| Postcode | GU3 1YJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ25 West Surrey |
| Local authority | Guildford |
| Electoral ward | Stoke |
| Westminster constituency | Guildford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 18143000 - Protective gear
- 18444000 - Protective headgear
- 33735100 - Protective goggles
- 35811200 - Police uniforms

## Release History

- 11 May 2026 at 07:19 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042778-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042778-2026
  11th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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