ID 6453916 Department for Communities – HED – Provision of PPE

The Department for Communities, through its Historic Environment Division, is seeking a supplier to provide a comprehensive range of Personal Protective Equipment and workwear to support conservation, construction, and outdoor site management across Northern Ireland. The scope of supply includes occupational clothing, protective and safety clothing, protective footwear, and weatherproof outerwear. All provided items must meet or exceed relevant European, British, or equivalent standards for safety, performance, and durability. The estimated contract value is 200,000 GBP excluding VAT, with an initial performance period from December 1, 2026, to November 30, 2028, and the possibility of three 12-month extensions extending the term to November 30, 2031. The contract will be awarded to the provisional Most Advantageous Tender based on a combination of quality and cost. Evaluation criteria include a pass/fail assessment of technical brochures, with weighted scoring for service delivery and contract management at 35 percent, quality control at 35 percent, and total cost at 30 percent. The selected provisional winner will be required to provide product samples to verify compliance. Tenders must be submitted electronically in English via the eTendersNI portal by November 9, 2026, at 3:00 pm.