Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bf3-c168-73f4-a3c6-0ebf7d2eab02/prior-information-notice-for-the-provision-of-work-wear

pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs

# Prior Information Notice for the Provision of Work Wear

[British Red Cross](https://tendernation.io/buyers/british-red-cross)

Estimated value

£900,000 to £2,000,000

Published

18 Nov 2016

Deadline

Rolling deadline

## Who can bid

- Buyer says suitable for SMEs

    The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid.
- Buyer says suitable for VCSEs

    The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice.
- Open procedure

    Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage.

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## About this tender

The British Red Cross has a potential requirement for the provision of Work Wear and associated services. These could include the following goods:

\*Bespoke work wear - products designed specifically for the Red Cross. This can include, but may not be limited to, fleeces, open-necked shirts, soft-shell jackets, gilets and trousers;

\*Customised work wear - standard products which are sources from stock lists and then customised with Red Cross branding. This can include, but may not be limited to, polo shirts and oxford shirts;

\*General work wear - standard products that require no customisation. This can include, but may not be limited to magnum boots and moisture management t-shirts.

The following services may also be included:

\*The supply and delivery of the above mentioned categories of goods;

\*Urgent deliveries;

\*Stock-holding of goods;

\*Stock audits;

\*Provision of an e-portal or other inventory management system.

Interested parties are required to complete the attached Market Research Pro Forma. This will be used by the British Red Cross to gather market information and to determine market capability. Please return the Market Pro Forma to 

It is anticipated that this information shall help inform British Red Cross' approach to the provision of these goods and services.

## CPV classification

Occupational clothing

Source

Contracts Finder (UK)

[View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/4780b006-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b)

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