Ballistic Body Armour

A Prior Information Notice
by THE CHIEF CONSTABLE FOR HAMPSHIRE AND THE ISLE OF WIGHT

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Contract (Goods)
Duration
5 year
Value
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Sector
DEFENCE
Published
01 Oct 2025
Delivery
01 May 2026 to 30 Apr 2031
Deadline
n/a

Concepts

Location

Hampshire and Isle of Wight:

Geochart for 1 buyers and 0 suppliers

1 buyer

Description

The Constabulary would like to understand which manufacturers/suppliers hold certification (to Home Office Body Armour Standard (2017)) of the following ballistic body armour criteria: HO2/KR1/SP1 that are certified and are compatible to be worn with certified HO3+SG1 plates. Please note, both the armour and the plates must be certified to work in conjunction with each other. The Constabulary have consulted with the PED CAST webpage but are keen to understand where other manufacturers are in their Ballistic body armour and plates certification journey.

CPV Codes

  • 35815000 - Garments for anti-ballistic protection

Indicators

  • Renewals are available.

Other Information

If you are going through certification for the above standard, please advise on when certification is likely. If you hold certification, please supply your certification of the above standard by sending to procurement@hampshire.police.uk as soon as possible but before 7th October 2025. ** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. **

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