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Key facts

Framework Number: Y23024

Framework Period: 01 December 2022 - 01 December 2026

FTS Contract Arranged by: Procurement Services

FTS Contract Notice:
2022/S 000-020341

FTS Award Notice:
2023/S 000-015055

Regulations: Public Contracts Regulations 2015

Last Updated: 21 August 2025

General Enquiries:
April Collier

Public Sector Engagement:

pscustomerenquiries@csltd.org.uk

Uniform, Clothing and Associated Services User Guide

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Framework Scope

Uniforms, clothing and associated services framework, including accessories, bags, and footwear.

What are the benefits of using this framework?

  • Proud part of CSG which serve over 16,000 customers globally and generates gross revenue of £657m.
  • All our frameworks are free to access.
  • This framework is fully compliant with the PCR 2015.
  • Authorised participants can re-open competition within the framework, removing the need for a full tender exercise or lengthy supplier evaluation each time they have a uniform, clothing and associated services requirement, saving time and costs associated with procurement exercises.
  • Direct Award capability – giving you a quick, easy and PCR 2015 compliant route to procurement.
  • The terms and conditions are safe and designed to protect you.
  • Free and full support on using the framework through the Procurement Services team.
  • You are able to benefit from aggregated spend and lower pricing based on the value of the overall contract, even on low spend orders.
  • The framework will be managed and monitored by Procurement Services (acting for Kent County Council) on behalf of our customers and your views and requirements will be taken into account when reviewing and developing the contract.
  • Social value is an increasingly important way in which we look to support our customers and communities throughout the UK. Social value has a scoring weighting within every single new framework, so we can be certain that we are awarding suppliers who are committed to contributing to communities.

Who can use this framework?

All public bodies have access to this framework with the agreement of the contracting authority. Those organisations who may wish to access this framework will be the police service, the fire service, the NHS & NHS Trusts, third sector organisations, academic centres (including Academies), publicly funded organisations and publicly owned private companies, operating within the geographic boundaries of the United Kingdom, Channel Islands and Northern Ireland. The framework is also open for use by all other local authorities and public sector bodies. Full details of the classification of potential participating authorities and customer’s geographical areas and organisation classifications are detailed in the FTS Notice.

LOT 1

Uniform and Associated Services

This LOT is for the supply of Uniform, Clothing and Associated Services. It will include full head to toe ensemble for all public sector customers including the emergency services along with services associated with uniforms and workwear. The scope will include, but is not limited to, the following:

UNIFORM AND CLOTHING 

  • Workwear
  • Ethnic Wear including Turbans, Hijabs, ¾ Length Sleeved Tops and Full-Length Skirts 
  • Shoes – Safety EN ISO20345:2007 
  • Epaulettes and Sliders (including high visibility)
  • Underwear (including thermal) 
  • Fire Retardant Clothing
  • Wet Weather Clothing
  • Maternity Wear
  • Plus Size Clothing

ASSOCIATED SERVICES:

  • Decontamination Services 
  • Stock Management Systems 
  • Online Ordering 
  • Stockholding
  • Range Redesign 
  • Spend Management
  • Trial Management 
  • Garment Alteration and Repairs 
  • Refurbishment

LOT 2

Uniform and Clothing Accessories, Kit Bags and Footwear

This LOT is for the supply of, accessories, kit bags and footwear for all public sector customers 
including the emergency services. The scope will include, but is not limited to, the following:

  • Utility Belts
  • Batons and Handcuffs
  • Irritant Spray Holder
  • Shields and Helmets
  • Gaiters/Snoods
  • Mounted Public Order Gear
  • Police Rank Insignia (metal option)
  • Blunt Trauma Guards
  • Headwear Ribbon
  • Flame Retardant Undergloves
  • Embroidery Service
  • Hats/Caps/Helmets
  • Reflective Insignia (for PSU helmets)
  • Thermal Underwear
  • Velcro badging (various wording including POLICE, STAFF etc)
  • Disposable PPE
  • Helmet Bag/Holdall
  • Medal Ribbon
  • Tactical Pads
  • Safety Shoes/Boots/Vegan Alternative Option Safety Boots
  • Public Order Riot Gear and Equipment
  • Warrant Cards Holders/Document Wallet/Pocket Notebook Covers