Procurement of Specialist Outdoor, Technical, and Expedition Equipment and Apparel

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    "description": "Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Mercateo Procurement Platform to support the provision of specialist outdoor, technical, and expedition equipment and apparel for use by the Ministry of Defence and associated organisations.\r\n\r\nThe Mercateo Procurement Platform (www.mercateo.co.uk) offers a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage low-value, high-volume procurement.\r\n\r\nScope of Requirement:\r\nThe requirement includes, but is not limited to, the supply of:\r\n\u2022 Technical clothing and base layers for varied climates, including thermal and insulated garments, tops, trousers, and expedition-weight apparel\r\n\u2022 Outerwear such as windproof and waterproof jackets and trousers, salopettes, dry suits, wetsuits, caving and expedition suits, softshells, hardshells, mountain biking and specialist over garments\r\n\u2022 Headwear and accessories, including beanies, balaclavas, hats, buffs, gaiters, face masks, helmet accessories\r\n\u2022 Gloves and mitts for technical, mountain, water, and extreme cold use\r\n\u2022 Footwear: mountaineering boots, approach and climbing shoes, ski and snowboard boots, mountain bike, canoe and kayak boots, socks, gaiters\r\n\u2022 Climbing and safety equipment: harnesses, helmets, carabiners, ropes (dynamic, static, accessory cord), pulleys, ascenders, descenders, crampons, ice axes, belay devices, slings, rescue and safety systems\r\n\u2022 Camping and expedition gear: tents (various sizes and ratings), sleeping bags (down-filled, multi-season), bivvi bags, camping mattresses, shelters, rucksacks, dry bags, hydration systems\r\n\u2022 Navigation and safety devices: compasses, GPS, altimeters, avalanche safety gear, transceivers, probes, torches, beacons, radios, first aid kits\r\n\u2022 Water sports equipment: kayaks, canoes, paddles, buoyancy aids, spray decks, dry bags, rescue lines, helmets, pogies, and related accessories\r\n\u2022 Paragliding equipment: paragliders, harnesses, rescue systems, helmets, altimeters, variometers, radios, safety gear\r\n\u2022 Skiing and snow sports equipment: skis, boots, bindings, poles, skins, crampons, shovels, avalanche probes, goggles, sunglasses, maintenance tools\r\n\u2022 Miscellaneous: multi-tools, knives, cleaning products, repair kits, storage solutions, and other expedition accessories\r\n\r\nThis list is not exhaustive and may include additional products required for safe, effective, and comfortable participation in a wide range of outdoor, technical, and rescue activities. All products must meet relevant safety, quality, and technical standards for professional and expedition use.\r\n\r\nHow to Respond:\r\nInterested suppliers should provide details of their capability to supply these categories, relevant experience, and product ranges to \r\nccstailspend@unite.eu\r\n. Successful applicants will be required to list agreed products on the Mercateo Procurement Portal. Further details can be found on the attached onboarding link. Please contact us with any enquiries.",
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