Published date: 17 November 2025

Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.


Closing: 5 December 2025, 5pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Sportswear - 18412000

  • Signalling lights - 31518000

  • Protective and safety clothing - 35113400

    • Military uniforms - 35811300

    • Combat gear - 35812300

    • Garments for anti-ballistic protection - 35815000

    • Tents - 39522530

    • Sleeping bags - 39522540

    • Insignia - 39561133

    • Fans - 39717100

Location of contract

United Kingdom

Value of contract

£130,000 to £200,000

Procurement reference

0022

Published date

17 November 2025

Closing date

5 December 2025

Closing time

5pm

Contract start date

6 December 2025

Contract end date

6 December 2028

Contract type

Supply contract

Procedure type

Catalogue purchase

A direct purchase from a pre-established catalogue of suppliers.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD), invites qualified suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the provision of the following items. This onboarding will establish a flexible, competitive supply base for low-value, high-volume procurement.

The Unite Procurement Platform (Unite | Simplify indirect procurement with our smarter platform) provides a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to source approved products efficiently and transparently.

Scope of Supply
We seek suppliers able to deliver, support, and maintain the following products, including relevant accessories and variants where applicable:
• 1095996149805: Knife (Combat)
• 8465999690645: Sleeping Bag
• 9390993161563: Insignia Patch/Reflective
• 7330996160485: Bottle Vacuum
• 8465994334810: Sleeping Bag
• 6230016614126: Glow Wand
• 5120131175031: Saw (Folding)
• 5110016601600: Saw (Crosscut One Man)
• 8415016615763: Ghillie Suit
• 6230016306269: IR/Blue/White Strobe ACR MS2000 (M2) Doublefly Strobe Light/Steady Light/S.O.S Light w/ Blue & IR
• 8340998427002: Tent Pegs (sold in packs of 6)
• 8465995555722: Jack Pyke Charcoal Hand Warmer

Suppliers should be able to demonstrate consistent availability, quality assurance, and after sales support for the above items.

Security and Sourcing
Given operational sensitivities and supply chain assurance needs, priority will be afforded to UK-based suppliers and manufacturers. This helps maintain supply chain integrity and reduces dependency on overseas sources. Non-UK suppliers may still be considered where risk and assurance requirements are met.
Background
These items support field operations, training, identification, and survivability. Suppliers should have proven experience serving defence, blue light, or similarly regulated sectors, including robust compliance and traceability practices.

Timelines
Suppliers are encouraged to express interest by the stated closing date for early consideration. However, applications to join the Unite Procurement Platform are welcome on a rolling basis thereafter. Unite Procurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard new suppliers continuously to meet evolving requirements.
Contact
For enquiries and expressions of interest, please email: defence.support@unite.eu
Please include "Unite Onboarding - Tactical/Outdoor Items" in the subject line and reference the relevant item identifiers from the list above in your submission.

How to apply

Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.

About the buyer

Contact name

Mathew

Address

16 Great Queen Street
LONDON
WC2B5AH
England

Email

defence.support@unite.eu

Website

https://unite.eu/en-gb/procure/join-mercateo-as-a-supplier