BSP-20-013 Uniforms, Protective Clothing and Protective Equipment

The EA awarded a Framework for the provision of Uniforms, Protective Clothing and Protective Equipment. Lots 1, 2, 3 and 6 ran from 1st June 2021 for an initial 2 year Framework Period on an as and when required basis, with the option to extend for 2 further 12 month periods. Lots 4 and 5 joined from 1st September 2021 for an initial Framework period of 21 months with an option to extend for 2 further 12 month periods. The Framework is currently in it's 2nd 12 month extension period. The EA is placing this transparency notice to alert economic operators of its plans to modify this Framework Agreement in accordance with Regulation 72(1)(c) of the Public Contracts Regulation 2015 for an addition to the Framework Agreement value of £575,000. This modification to increase value does not exceed 50% of the value of the original Framework Agreement. The increase of 50% should be more than sufficient to allow continued sourcing from the Framework Agreement until the new Framework Agreement commences 01 June 2025 and is permissible under PCR Reg 72(c).