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Prior information notice

Information

Published

Expire date: 03/03/2022

External Reference: 2022-598049

FTS Reference: 2022-003876

Prior information notice

Prior information notice

Supplies

This notice is for prior information only

Section I: Contracting authority

I.1)

Name and addresses

BlueLight Commercial
12517649
Lloyd House, Colmore Circus Queensway
Birmingham
B4 6DG
UK
Contact person: Emma Needham
Telephone: +44 7929759972
E-mail: Emma.Needham@BlueLight.police.uk
Fax: +44 7929759972
NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM
Internet address(es):
Main address: https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/91087
Address of the buyer profile: https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/91087

I.3)

Communication

The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at:  
https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=42963&B=BLUELIGHT
Additional information can be obtained from
the abovementioned address:  
I.4)

Type of the contracting authority

Body governed by public law
I.5)

Main activity

General public services

Section II: Object

II.1)

Scope of the procurement

II.1.1)

Title

Provision for the supply of PSU combined Riding Helmets and additional Equestrian Equipment
Reference number:  BLC_Operations_0057
II.1.2)

Main CPV code

18443300  -  Headgear
II.1.3)

Type of contract

Supplies
II.1.4)

Short description

BlueLight Commercial is working in collaboration with UK Police Forces to develop a Public Order Headwear for Mounted Officers that combines the requirements of the current PSU and riding helmets. It is intended to carry out market engagement in relation to the following areas: 1. PSU combined Riding Helmet – Development of PSU headwear that is appropriate for equestrian activity and caters for the associated risks, such as, a fall from height, married to the essential protection from hand thrown missiles and manual attack weapons. 2. Other Equipment - other safety equipment for Mounted Section Officers
II.1.6)

Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: yes
The contracting authority reserves the right to award contracts combining the following lots or groups of lots:  
Lot 1- PSU Combined Riding Helmet Only
Lot 2 - Other Associated Safety Equipment - Only
Lot 1 - PSU Combined Riding Helmet and Lot 2- Other Associated Safety Equipment - Combined
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

1. PSU Combined Riding Helmet
Lot No:  1
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

18443000  -  Headgear and headgear accessories
18444000  -  Protective headgear
18444100  -  Safety headgear
35113400  -  Protective and safety clothing
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM
Main site or place of performance:  
Birmingham
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

BlueLight Commercial is working in collaboration with UK police forces to develop a Helmet for Mounted officers that combines the requirements of the current PSU and riding helmets. It is intended to carry out market engagement in relation to the following areas: Lot 1. PSU Combined Riding Helmet – Development required of a Helmet that is appropriate for equestrian activity and caters for the associated risks, such as, a fall from height, married to the essential protection from hand thrown missiles and manual attack weapons.
II.2.14)

Additional information

A formal market engagement event has been planned for Thursday 3rd March 2022 at Building 249, Heyford Park, Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire, OX25 5HA . To register attendance organisations must submit use the request via the EU Supply Portal detailing the full name of attendee and contact details
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

2. Other Equipment
Lot No:  2
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

18142000  -  Safety visors
35113000  -  Safety equipment
35113400  -  Protective and safety clothing
35113430  -  Safety vests
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM
Main site or place of performance:  
Birmingham
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

BlueLight Commercial is working in collaboration with UK police forces to develop a Helmet for Mounted officers that combines the requirements of the current PSU and riding helmets. It is intended to carry out market engagement in relation to the following areas: Lot 2. Other Equipment - other safety equipment for Mounted Section Officers
II.2.14)

Additional information

A formal market engagement event has been planned for Thursday 3rd March 2022 at Building 249, Heyford Park, Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire, OX25 5HA . To register attendance organisations must submit use the request via the EU Supply Portal detailing the full name of attendee and contact details
II.3)

Estimated date of publication of contract notice:

31/01/2023

Section IV: Procedure

IV.1)

Description

IV.1.8)

Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement : no
IV.2)

Administrative information

Section VI: Complementary information

VI.3)

Additional information

Please note: There is a maximum capacity of 30 at the Thames Valley Mounted Section.
If demand exceeds 30, BlueLight Commercial will look at organising a 2nd engagement day with a date TBC. Please note that there is a limit of 1 participants per organisation.
To register please visit:
https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Supplier/PublicPurchase/42924/0/0?returnUrl=ctm/Supplier/PublicTenders&b=BLUELIGHT
Please use the messaging facility via EU supply to register attendance. Deadline for registering is 12:00 noon Wednesday 23rd February 2022