--- title: "715862482-Complex Geometry Body Armour - UK1" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0698a9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0698a9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0698a9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0698a9.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT" published: "2026-05-29" --- # 715862482-Complex Geometry Body Armour - UK1 Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0698a9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0698a9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0698a9.json) ## Summary The Defence Equipment and Support agency, a public authority within the UK Ministry of Defence, has initiated a tender process titled "715862482-Complex Geometry Body Armour - UK1" to explore current market capabilities for advanced body armour solutions, including hard armour plates, soft armour fillers, and tactical vests/carriers. This procurement, focusing on defence and security equipment, is scheduled to progress with an industry day on 15th June 2026 in Bristol. Key deadlines include responses to the request for information by 5th June 2026. The process currently is at the planning stage, with the contract expected to commence on 14th December 2026, running until 14th December 2031. The procurement is set to be conducted via an open procedure, and the total estimated value is approximately £5,000,000 (including VAT). This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the defence industry, particularly those specialising in security and protective gear. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are explicitly deemed suitable to participate, fostering a competitive landscape that encourages innovation and partnership in developing state-of-the-art defence equipment. Engaging in this procurement process, companies can leverage this chance to establish or enhance their credibility within the UK defence sector, potentially leading to further collaborations and contract awards. Businesses with existing capabilities in advanced materials and product integration will have a competitive edge in fulfilling the requirements detailed in the tender. ## Notice UK MOD wishes to understand market current technology readiness levels regarding Complex Geometry Body Armour specific body armour solutions, including but not limited to; hard armour plates, soft armour filler, and tactical vests/carriers. Please see link to PME Questionnaire: https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=61075 ### Planning Information Industry day on 15 June 2026 - 10.00-14.30 - invites will result from responses to RFI. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050882-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 14 Oct 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 Dec 2026 - 14 Dec 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £4,166,666 | | 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 | DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS34 8JH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire | | Local authority | South Gloucestershire | | Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick | | Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ## Release History - 29 May 2026 at 13:18 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050882-2026 - 18 May 2026 at 13:35 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045393-2026 - 14 May 2026 at 12:30 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044359-2026 - 14 May 2026 at 12:23 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044356-2026 - 14 May 2026 at 12:01 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044342-2026 - 14 May 2026 at 11:40 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044333-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050882-2026 29th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045393-2026 18th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044359-2026 14th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044356-2026 14th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044342-2026 14th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044333-2026 14th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=61075 - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-equipment-and-support - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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