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# Framework for the Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/framework-for-the-provision-of-headwear-and-accoutrements-ocds-h6vhtk-0333de). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Tenderline Executive Summary:** BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED: "Framework for the Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements". Published status: complete. Framework Ceiling: £7,200,000. 9 published lots. Recorded submission deadline: 6 Jun 2022, 12:00 BST. Published submission portal: uk.eu-supply.com.

## Key Information
- **Status:** COMPLETE (the published submission deadline has passed)
- **Buyer:** [BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/bluelight-commercial-limited-coh-12517649)
- **Framework Ceiling (notional):** £7,200,000 (GBP)
- **Submission Deadline:** 6 June 2022 at 12:00 BST
- **Lots:** 9
- **Procurement Method:** Open procedure
- **Main Category:** goods
- **Classifications (CPV):** Caps, Clothing accessories, Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories, Hats, Headgear and headgear accessories (+3 more)
- **Delivery Location:** UK
- **Legal Basis:** CELEX 32014L0024
- **Official Documents:** 2 published documents & notices ([view on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/framework-for-the-provision-of-headwear-and-accoutrements-ocds-h6vhtk-0333de#documents))
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-0333de`

## Before you bid
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- **Expected competition:** how many bids lots like this attract, from past awards in the same market.
- **Who could compete:** suppliers who have won similar work, and who holds the current contract.
- **Buyer track record:** earlier work for this buyer, its unexpired awards, and how its awards compared with its estimates.
- **Price forecast:** the commercial price range for each lot, with the middle 50% of comparable awards.

- **What it takes to win:** selection and award criteria, lot by lot.
- **Contract history:** what this tender replaces, and every notice in the procedure.

[Open the competition and buyer analysis](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/framework-for-the-provision-of-headwear-and-accoutrements-ocds-h6vhtk-0333de#tl-md)

## Submission
- **Submission Platform:** [uk.eu-supply.com](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fuk.eu-supply.com%2Fapp%2Frfq%2Frwlentrance_s.asp%3FPID%3D44857%26B%3DBLUELIGHT)
- **How to bid:** https://tenderline.uk/tenders/framework-for-the-provision-of-headwear-and-accoutrements-ocds-h6vhtk-0333de#participate

## Description
BlueLight Commercial Ltd are procuring a Framework on behalf of UK bluelight services for the provision of Headwear and Accoutrements.  The intention is to award a four year Framework Agreement.
BlueLight Commercial will act as the Contracting Authority on behalf of Police Forces in England & Wales, affiliated Fire and Rescue Services and associated partners.

## Lots (9)
> **Shared lot scope:** A range of uniform accoutrements are required. Options are required in either full leather, split leather, or textile. Additional information: Submissions must be made via the EU Supply Portal.
This framework is open to Police Forces and Special Police Forces in the United Kingdom, Police and Crime Commissioners and the Police Authorities, Serious Organised Crime, Police Public Order and Criminal Justice. For a full list of participants go to Section 6 of the ITT.
> Applies to lots 8, 9.

### Lot 1: Framework for the Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Traditional Caps
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 18443000, 18443340
- **Delivery regions:** UK

- **Estimated Value:** £800,000
- **Description:** A lightweight uniform cap that includes a chin strap and fittings for rank badges, insignia, and braiding. Additional information: Submissions must be made via the EU Supply Portal.
This framework is open to Police Forces and Special Police Forces in...

### Lot 2: Framework for the Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Custodian Helmets
- **Lot id:** `2`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 18443000, 18444110
- **Delivery regions:** UK

- **Estimated Value:** £800,000
- **Description:** Custodian style or equivalent beat duty helmet with a reinforced shell including chin strap and fittings for badges with the option for rose or comb top. Additional information: Submissions must be made via the EU Supply Portal.
This framework is ope...

### Lot 3: Framework for the Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Bowlers
- **Lot id:** `3`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 18443000, 18444110
- **Delivery regions:** UK

- **Estimated Value:** £800,000
- **Description:** A lightweight low profile bowler style hat with a reinforced shell including chin strap and fittings for rank, band, and badge. Additional information: Submissions must be made via the EU Supply Portal.
This framework is open to Police Forces and Spe...

### Lot 4: Framework for the Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Baseball Caps
- **Lot id:** `4`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 18443000, 18443340
- **Delivery regions:** UK

- **Estimated Value:** £800,000
- **Description:** A general-purpose baseball cap in varying designs and styles. Will need to be adaptable by design in order to create bespoke force requirements. Additional information: Submissions must be made via the EU Supply Portal.
This framework is open to Poli...

### Lot 5: Framework for the Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Bump Caps
- **Lot id:** `5`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 18443000, 18443340, 18444110
- **Delivery regions:** UK

- **Estimated Value:** £800,000
- **Description:** A general-purpose bump cap in varying designs and styles to a minimum standard of EN812. Additional information: Submissions must be made via the EU Supply Portal.
This framework is open to Police Forces and Special Police Forces in the United Kingdo...

### Lot 6: Framework for the Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Woolly Hats
- **Lot id:** `6`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 18441000, 18443000
- **Delivery regions:** UK

- **Estimated Value:** £800,000
- **Description:** A general-purpose woolly hat in varying designs and styles. Additional information: Submissions must be made via the EU Supply Portal.
This framework is open to Police Forces and Special Police Forces in the United Kingdom, Police and Crime Commissio...

### Lot 7: Framework for the Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Leather Goods
- **Lot id:** `7`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 18000000, 18140000, 18400000, 18420000
- **Delivery regions:** UK

- **Estimated Value:** £800,000
- **Description:** A range of uniform accoutrements are required. Options are required in either full leather, split leather, or textile. All items require a vegan option and must be available as an alternative. Additional information: Submissions must be made via the ...

### Lot 8: Framework for the Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Split Leather
- **Lot id:** `8`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 18000000, 18140000, 18400000, 18420000
- **Delivery regions:** UK

- **Estimated Value:** £800,000

### Lot 9: Framework for the Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Textile Goods
- **Lot id:** `9`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 18000000, 18140000, 18400000, 18420000
- **Delivery regions:** UK

- **Estimated Value:** £800,000

## Awards & Winning Suppliers (9)
- **Award:** Lot 1 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Traditional Caps (active)
  - Award id: `031812-2022-1-1`
  - Supplier(s): **Try and Lilly**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-16544`
  - Value: £775,000 † (exc. VAT)

- **Award:** Lot 2 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Custodian Helmets (active)
  - Award id: `031812-2022-2-2`
  - Supplier(s): **CW Headdress**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-68166`
  - Value: £775,000 † (exc. VAT)

- **Award:** Lot 3 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Bowlers (active)
  - Award id: `031812-2022-3-3`
  - Supplier(s): **Try and Lilly**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-16544`
  - Value: £775,000 † (exc. VAT)

- **Award:** Lot 4 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Baseball Caps (active)
  - Award id: `031812-2022-4-4`
  - Supplier(s): **Clad Safety**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-177510`
  - Value: £775,000 † (exc. VAT)

- **Award:** Lot 5 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Bump Caps (active)
  - Award id: `031812-2022-5-5`
  - Supplier(s): **Clad Safety**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-177510`
  - Value: £775,000 † (exc. VAT)

- **Award:** Lot 6 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Woolly Hats (active)
  - Award id: `031812-2022-6-6`
  - Supplier(s): **Clad Safety**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-177510`
  - Value: £775,000 † (exc. VAT)

- **Award:** Lot 7 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Leather Accoutrements (active)
  - Award id: `031812-2022-7-7`
  - Supplier(s): **Clad Safety**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-177510`
  - Value: £775,000 † (exc. VAT)

- **Award:** Lot 8 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Split Leather Accoutrements (active)
  - Award id: `031812-2022-8-8`
  - Supplier(s): **Price Western Leather**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-68168`
  - Value: £775,000 † (exc. VAT)

- **Award:** Lot 9 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Textile Accoutrements (active)
  - Award id: `031812-2022-9-9`
  - Supplier(s): **Business Image**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-125071`
  - Value: £775,000 † (exc. VAT)

> † value taken from the contract record; the award notice published none.

## Contracts (9)
- **Contract:** Lot 1 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Traditional Caps (active)
  - Signed Value: £775,000
  - Signed Date: 25/09/2022

- **Contract:** Lot 2 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Custodian Helmets (active)
  - Signed Value: £775,000
  - Signed Date: 25/09/2022

- **Contract:** Lot 3 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Bowlers (active)
  - Signed Value: £775,000
  - Signed Date: 25/09/2022

- **Contract:** Lot 4 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Baseball Caps (active)
  - Signed Value: £775,000
  - Signed Date: 25/09/2022

- **Contract:** Lot 5 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Bump Caps (active)
  - Signed Value: £775,000
  - Signed Date: 25/09/2022

- **Contract:** Lot 6 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Woolly Hats (active)
  - Signed Value: £775,000
  - Signed Date: 25/09/2022

- **Contract:** Lot 7 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Leather Accoutrements (active)
  - Signed Value: £775,000
  - Signed Date: 25/09/2022

- **Contract:** Lot 8 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Split Leather Accoutrements (active)
  - Signed Value: £775,000
  - Signed Date: 25/09/2022

- **Contract:** Lot 9 Provision of Headwear and Accoutrements Textile Accoutrements (active)
  - Signed Value: £775,000
  - Signed Date: 25/09/2022

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F031812-2022)
- **Last Source Update:** 2022-11-10T11:52:14.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-10-29T06:03:56.372Z
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