The Supply of Public Order Shields

Overview The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC), the Contracting Authority, is issuing this Prior Information Notice (PIN) to inform the market of an upcoming procedure for the provision of Public Order Shields with the aim of engaging with capable service providers. ESTIMATED VOLUMES TBC - 750 long 300 short per annum. Further details regarding shield specifications are available on request. Scope of Services Public order shields, to be issued to Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) officers, for use in public order training and operations. The general design criteria are for shields that shall provide appropriate coverage and protection from missiles, chemical solvents (including petrol), heat and flame. Recycling / Refurbishment Potential suppliers will need to articulate how they propose recycling/refurbishment of "used" shields could work, including all aspects such as parts replacement, logistics, storage and disposal. Desirable Criteria Registration to BS EN ISO 9001. Tender Samples 6 operational long shield samples of the proposed product(s) shall be submitted free of charge. 6 operational short shield samples (able to connect to a map holder) of the proposed product(s) shall be submitted free of charge. 1 removable map holder shall be submitted free of charge. These samples will be used for MPS evaluation purposes, and shall be retained by the MPS