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# Personal Protective Equipment and Respiratory Protective Equipment 2026

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/personal-protective-equipment-and-respiratory-protective-equipment-2026-ocds-h6vhtk-05d001). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Tenderline Executive Summary:** SEVERN TRENT WATER LIMITED: "Personal Protective Equipment and Respiratory Protective Equipment 2026". Published status: active. Framework Ceiling: £2,100,000. 2 published lots. Recorded submission deadline: 20 Apr 2026, 14:00 BST. Published submission portal: portal.us.bn.cloud.ariba.com.

## Key Information
- **Status:** ACTIVE (the published submission deadline has passed)
- **Buyer:** [SEVERN TRENT WATER LIMITED](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/severn-trent-water-limited-coh-02366686)
- **Framework Ceiling (notional):** £2,100,000 (GBP)
- **Submission Deadline:** 20 April 2026 at 14:00 BST
- **Lots:** 2
- **Procurement Method:** Competitive flexible procedure
- **Main Category:** goods
- **Classifications (CPV):** Breathing apparatus, Footwear other than sports and protective footwear, Hats and headgear, Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories, Outerwear (+3 more)
- **Delivery Location:** UK
- **Legal Basis:** UKPGA 2023/54
- **Official Documents:** 3 published documents & notices ([view on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/personal-protective-equipment-and-respiratory-protective-equipment-2026-ocds-h6vhtk-05d001#documents))
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-05d001`

## Before you bid
Deciding whether to bid? The Tenderline page for this tender carries the competition and buyer analysis this notice does not:

- **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/personal-protective-equipment-and-respiratory-protective-equipment-2026-ocds-h6vhtk-05d001#tl-md)

## Submission
- **Submission Platform:** [portal.us.bn.cloud.ariba.com](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fportal.us.bn.cloud.ariba.com%2Fdashboard%2Fpublic%2Fappext%2Fcomsapsbncdiscoveryui%23%2Fleads%2Fsearch%3Fan...)
- **How to bid:** https://tenderline.uk/tenders/personal-protective-equipment-and-respiratory-protective-equipment-2026-ocds-h6vhtk-05d001#participate

## Description
LOT 1 - PPE (PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT), WORKWEAR, VENDING MACHINES and ACCESSORIES 
Est Annual Spend £1.7m
PPE 
•	All PPE must be UKCA/CE marked and meet all relevant EN standards.  
•	Suitable for harsh water utility environments (wet, corrosive, confined spaces).  
•	Inclusive size ranges for all genders, maternity, and culturally appropriate requirements.  
•	Compatibility when used together (e.g., hard hats, visors, ear defenders).  
Applicable standards (not exhaustive):  
•	EN 340 (General)  
•	EN 397 / EN 812 / EN 50365 (Head protection).  
•	EN 166, EN 170/171, EN 169 (Eye protection)  
•	EN 352 (Hearing protection)  
•	EN 388 / EN 374 (Hand protection)  
•	EN ISO 20345 (Footwear) S3 minimum, with antistatic/ESD options for ATEX environments.  
•	Hi-vis, chemical suits, prescription eyewear as applicable.  
•	Touchscreen compatible hand protection where safe.  
•	UV/polarised/tinted eye protection options 
•	Samples and trials to be provided on request.  
•	Lightweight footwear options where specified. 
•	Safety trainers to be an available option in footwear 
•	Women's and unisex sizing must account for women's anatomical fit and last. 
•	Foot fitting services must be available for all safety boot requirements 
•	Technical/safety data sheets must be easily accessible for all footwear items. 
•	Full provision, including prescription eyewear. 
•	Prescription safety eyewear to be managed via the suppliers chosen Opticians workflow  
•	Full range hearing protection including earmuffs and ear plugs. 
•	Full range of hand protection including thermal, cut resistant, waterproof, chemical resistant, and electricians' gloves. 
•	Full range from bump caps to hard hats and thermal hats in head protection range. 
•	STW/HDSD logo application required on specified items. 
•	Include (not limited to) gas suits, chemical coveralls/boilersuits, storage solutions, knee protection, ICE products, and nonslip ice grabbers. 
•	All items must be standards compliant, new, and defect free. 
•	Hi-Vis branding placement: left breast position (LBP) and "Water" back print for jackets. Dual language options must be available for HD 
•	Where brand specific garments are mandated, supply those; where proposing alternatives, match on fit/size. 
•	For workwear Navy garments and formal shirts (white, navy, pale blue) for men and women. 
•	Durable, chemical and moisture resistant; must maintain branding integrity.  
•	EN 343 waterproof/breathable performance for relevant garments.  
•	Flame-retardant garments to EN ISO 11612 
•	Sustainable material options encouraged 
Nonbranded items: supply within agreed lead times; offer an alternative if unavailable. 
Branded items: supply within agreed lead times; maintain safety stock contingency to avoid stock risks in accordance with operational guidelines. 
Arc Flash and Flame-Resistant Clothing 
•	Must comply with IEC 614822 and EN ISO 11612 
•	Clear arc rating labelling; minimum 50 launder cycles without degrading performance....
> [Read full procurement scope and specification on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/personal-protective-equipment-and-respiratory-protective-equipment-2026-ocds-h6vhtk-05d001)

## Lots (2)
### Lot 1: PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), Workwear, Vending Machines and Accessories
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** active
- **CPV codes:** 18100000, 18200000, 18310000, 18330000, 18440000, 18810000
- **Delivery regions:** UK
- **Delivery countries in notice:** GB
- **Estimated Value:** £1,700,000
- **Description:** PPE 
•	All PPE must be UKCA/CE marked and meet all relevant EN standards.  
•	Suitable for harsh water utility environments (wet, corrosive, confined spaces).  
•	Inclusive size ranges for all genders, maternity, and culturally appropriate requiremen...
- **Contract Period:** 01/12/2026 to 01/12/2031
- **Renewal published:** yes
- **Options published:** yes

### Lot 2: RPE (Respiratory Protective Equipment)
- **Lot id:** `2`
- **Status:** active
- **CPV codes:** 18100000, 18200000, 18310000, 18330000, 18440000, 18810000
- **Delivery regions:** UK
- **Delivery countries in notice:** GB
- **Estimated Value:** £400,000
- **Description:** Technical RPE Specifications 
•	FFP3 masks (valved and non-valved). 
•	Positive Pressure SCBA for confined space entry. 
•	Applicable Standards: 
•	EN 149 - Disposable RPE 
•	EN 140 - Half masks 
•	EN 136 - Full face masks 
•	EN 137 / EN 1146 - SCBA ...
- **Contract Period:** 01/12/2026 to 01/12/2031
- **Renewal published:** yes
- **Options published:** yes

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F025612-2026)
- **Last Source Update:** 2026-03-20T10:32:47.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-10-25T06:32:49.254Z
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