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title: "Workwear and PPE"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000560631"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "FORESTRY COMMISSION"
published: "2018-10-11"
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# Workwear and PPE

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000560631

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission is initiating a procurement process for a contract or framework for the provision of workwear and personal protective equipment (PPE) for its employees. This opportunity is part of the planning stage, with a projected budget of £550,000. This procurement is essential as the Forestry Commission will undergo a restructuring in April 2019, transitioning into two new executive agencies. Interested parties should note the deadline for the submission of a completed questionnaire by 5pm on 26 October 2018. The procurement will involve the supply of goods categorized under environmental protection, particularly in the forestry industry, and will primarily take place in the UK.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of workwear and PPE, particularly those who specialise in environmentally responsible and durable products. Companies that can offer innovative ideas regarding branding, product comfort, and sustainability practices will be well-positioned to compete. The Forestry Commission is actively seeking insights on the latest advancements in fabrics and PPE technologies, suggesting that firms with a focus on quality, regulatory compliance, and industry standards will find this procurement especially relevant.

## Notice

The Forestry Commission requires a contract or framework for the provision of work wear and personal protective clothing for its staff. By April 2019 forestry will be devolved in Scotland and two new executive agencies with new branding will be created. Forestry and Land Scotland (formally Forest Enterprise Scotland agency of Forestry Commission) and Scottish Forestry (formally Forestry Commission Scotland). The next executive agencies required a contract or Framework for the purpose of purchasing workwear and Personal Protective Clothing to be worn by staff during working hours. This PIN notices is to engage the market and gather information to inform the procurement process and Specification(s).

### Lot Information

PPE

Selection of personal protective equipment for staff. Staff roles range from wildlife rangers to work with chainsaws and customer service. PPE must meet required industry standards, be fit for purpose, comfortable and of quality.. We are currently investigating the branding potential of PPE and invite the market to provide feedback on this.

Workwear

Work wear for staff with a range of duties. May include products such as branded polo shirts, fleeces, gilets and a range of weather/ waterproof clothing including jackets and trousers.. We are currently looking into the option of specific dyed pantone fabrics versus off the shelf products and are inviting the market to provide information on this.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT334184 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 11 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 23 Nov 2018 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £550,000 |
| 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 | FORESTRY COMMISSION |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 7AT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Corstorphine/Murrayfield |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## 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

- 18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories
- 18110000 - Occupational clothing
- 18130000 - Special workwear
- 18143000 - Protective gear
- 18220000 - Weatherproof clothing
- 18221000 - Waterproof clothing
- 18222000 - Corporate clothing
- 18224000 - Clothing made of coated or impregnated textile fabrics
- 18444000 - Protective headgear
- 18830000 - Protective footwear
- 33735100 - Protective goggles
- 35113400 - Protective and safety clothing
- 35113450 - Protective coats or ponchos

## Release History

- 11 Oct 2018 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT334184

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT334184&idx=4
  14th March 2019 - Updated link for Contract Opportunity for Work Wear
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT334184&idx=3
  11th March 2019 - Update on the Work Wear contract opportunity and time line.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT334184&idx=2
  23rd October 2018 - Please complete this questionnaire and return by 5pm on Friday 26 October 2018. Thank you.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT334184&idx=1
  15th October 2018 - Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT334184
  Workwear and PPE - The Forestry Commission requires a contract or framework for the provision of work wear and personal protective clothing for its staff. By April 2019 forestry will be devolved in Scotland and two new executive agencies with new branding will be created. Forestry and Land Scotland (formally Forest Enterprise Scotland agency of Forestry Commission) and Scottish Forestry (formally Forestry Commission Scotland). The next executive agencies required a contract or Framework for the purpose of purchasing workwear and Personal Protective Clothing to be worn by staff during working hours. This PIN notices is to engage the market and gather information to inform the procurement process and Specification(s).

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.forestry.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000560631
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=560631

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