UK Ministry of Defence Contract Opportunity: 3 in 1 Hi Vis Jackets

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Published March 18th, 2026

Detected March 18th, 2026

Summary

The UK Ministry of Defence, via Unite Procurement, has published an open contract opportunity for the supply of 3 in 1 Hi Vis jackets. The contract value is estimated between £100,000 and £300,000, with a closing date for expressions of interest on 17 April 2026.

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What changed

Unite Procurement UK Limited, acting for the Ministry of Defence, has issued an open contract notice seeking suppliers for 3 in 1 Hi Vis jackets. The contract, with an estimated value of £100,000 to £300,000, is a supply contract under a catalogue purchase procedure. The opportunity is open to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations.

Interested suppliers must register their interest by 17 April 2026, providing details on their product range, modification capabilities, and maintenance services. While this is the initial closing date, applications to join the Unite Procurement Platform will be accepted on a rolling basis. Multiple suppliers may be onboarded to ensure a diverse supply base. This notice represents a procurement opportunity, not a regulatory mandate with direct penalties for non-compliance, but failure to respond by the deadline may result in missed business opportunities.

What to do next

Review contract requirements for 3 in 1 Hi Vis jackets.
Register interest with Unite Procurement UK Limited by 17 April 2026 if capable of supplying.
Submit product range, modification, and maintenance service details upon request.

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Published date: 18 March 2026

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

Watch this notice Print this notice Closing: 17 April 2026, 10am

Contract summary

Industry

Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories - 18100000
Outerwear - 18200000
Coats - 18210000
Show additional CPV codes for this notice
- Weatherproof clothing - 18220000
- Waterproof clothing - 18221000
- Corporate clothing - 18222000
- Suits - 18222100
- Ensembles - 18222200
- Jackets and blazers - 18223000
- Clothing made of coated or impregnated textile fabrics - 18224000
- Miscellaneous outerwear - 18230000
- Protective and safety clothing - 35113400

Location of contract

United Kingdom

Value of contract

£100,000 to £300,000

Procurement reference

0051

Published date

18 March 2026

Closing date

17 April 2026

Closing time

10am

Contract start date

18 April 2026

Contract end date

17 April 2028

Contract type

Supply contract

Procedure type

Catalogue purchase

What is a 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 Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the supply of 3 in 1 Hi Vis.
A fluorescent yellow Class 3 hi-vis jacket system: a ¾-length waterproof/breathable outer with a zip-in hi-vis softshell inner (inner can be worn alone). Designed for prolonged outdoor/static duties and flexible for patrol/driving. Fast-drying, no specialist cleaning; care labels and instructions supplied.

The Unite Procurement Platform
(Unite | Simplify indirect procurement with our smarter platform) offers a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage low-value, high-volume procurement.

How to Apply
Interested suppliers should register their interest by contacting Unite Procurement UK Limited and provide details of their product range, modification capabilities, and maintenance services. Further information on the onboarding process for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of interest and can also be found at the link attached.

Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier for this requirement. Instead, multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite Procurement Platform to ensure a diverse and competitive supply base, supporting flexibility and choice for the Ministry of Defence and associated organisations.

Suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by the stated closing date to ensure early consideration. However, applications to join the Unite Procurement Platform will be welcome at any time beyond the initial deadline. Unite Procurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard new suppliers on a rolling basis to meet evolving requirements and to maintain a dynamic and responsive supplier network.

For any enquiries an interest, please email defence.support@unite.eu with the subject title ''TSS 637 3 in 1 Hi Vis''