Award of Ballistic PPE Contract to Safariland UK Ltd, Beechwood Equipment Ltd, Rig Equipment Ltd, and Thomas Jacks Ltd by Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service
DORSET & WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Ballistic PPE Contract to Safariland UK Ltd, Beechwood Equipment Ltd, Rig Equipment Ltd, and Thomas Jacks Ltd by Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service
Awarded 19 Sep 2021
Awarded19 Sep 2021
Value£5,606.68
RegionSouth West
CategoryPublic Safety & Security
Ended 4y 7mo ago6mo term
Awarded 19 Sept 2021Expired 30 Mar 2022
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Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service awarded a contract to Safariland UK Ltd, Beechwood Equipment Ltd, Rig Equipment Ltd, and Thomas Jacks Ltd for the purchase of ballistic personal protective equipment under the West Midland Ambulance Service NHS FT (WMAS) Ballistic PPE Capability Framework.
The contract covers Lots 1-5, including body armour with armour plates, carriers, and stowage bags; A5 full cut ballistic helmets; tactical coveralls and helmet covers; dexterity gloves; and goggles with interchangeable lenses.
The total contract value is £5,606.68.
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Award of Ballistic PPE Contract to Safariland UK Ltd, Beechwood Equipment Ltd, Rig Equipment Ltd, and Thomas Jacks Ltd by Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service
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