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Published 24 Jun 2021, 22:45 BST

Official UK procurement notice

The Supply of Combat Footwear

Official notice

Authority: LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED (Central government)

Framework agreement5 lotsGoodsRestricted procedure
Framework ceiling (notional)£70,000,000total for 5 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue · 1 value update
Submissions closed 21 Mar 2024
Lots 5see the lot list below

What is being bought5 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

Team Leidos are proud to be delivering the logistics commodities and services transformation (LCS(T)) Delivery partner contracts (LCS (T)/0001 dated 16.4.2015) on behalf of the UK Ministry of Defence (the ‘Prime Contract’). Delivery of other parts of the LCS(T) contract are delivered by Leidos Europe Ltd (LEL) and other partners (together ‘Team Leidos’). This requirement is subject to the Public Procurement Regulations and respective advertising action.

The requirement is a complex one and the need to conduct a series of lengthy product testing phases during the tender process means that the overall length of the procurement is estimated to be approximately two and half years, from tender publication to contract award. This includes a full user trial which has been allocated a time period of one year.

This in turn means that prospective bidders will need to make a substantial up-front commitment into the manufacturing of samples required for the trial periods. It has been estimated that this could be within the region of £100,000.00 with, for example, the Full User Trial phase alone likely to require the following samples:

  1. Boots Combat, High Liability - 100 pairs of each solution
  2. Boots Combat, Patrol - 100 pairs of each solution
  3. Boots Desert Combat High Liability - 50 pairs of each solution
  4. Boots Combat Cold Wet Weather - 50 pairs of each solution
  5. Boots Combat Jungle - 50 pairs of each solution

In order not to deter new entrants to the market and in order to allow the prospect of those up-front costs to be recouped during the lifetime of the contract, it is felt, following extensive market engagement, that a longer contract term is needed.

A seven year framework would allow a five year period between contract award and beginning market engagement for the future contract; assuming that all proposed option periods are taken up.

CPV: Combat gear · Footwear

How this framework works

From the published notice
Places
up to 8 suppliers

Lots and requirements (5)Procurement structure

5 lots · all with a published value
Lot #1Jungle BootsPublished value£3,470,000

The Defence Clothing team, which forms part of Leidos Supply Ltd. is considering the potential requirement for the supply of Combat Boots on behalf of the UK MOD, consisting of multiple lots

Jungle Combat Boots: Primarily used for patrolling and combat use, although the boots may also be used for more general duties within camp and the office space. The main four categories of jungle are captured in Annex A.1a to ITB specification DCPS 6933. Unisex full sizes 3 to 15, 2 width fittings medium and large. (UK sizes).

Options/solutions for outsizes: Size 16 plus (UK sizes).

The framework length should not exceed 7 years.

The value of this framework is estimated to be between £1,387,000 - £3,470,000 (ex. option years)

Bidders will be able to register on the system, and once registered they can express their interest and complete their bid on there. Should Bidders have any queries regarding the system, please contact the support team on the front page of the Jaggaer website, where it says ‘Need assistance?’, for help. Any queries regarding the tender itself, as opposed to the system, should be directed through Jaggaer's messaging center.

In addition, please note that as a framework agreement there is no guarantee of business.

Delivery: UK
Extensions: Any extension is in periods of 12 months each, totaling 36 monthsVariant bids: allowed
Lot #2Cold Wet Weather BootsPublished value£19,625,000

The Defence Clothing team, which forms part of Leidos Supply Ltd. is considering the potential requirement for the supply of Combat Boots on behalf of the UK MOD, consisting of multiple lots, Lot 2

Cold Wet Weather Boot: Primarily for use in cold/wet environments by Tri-Service personnel, captured in Annex A.1b to ITB specification DCPS 6934. Male full sizes 5 to 15, Female full sizes 3 to 9, 2 width fittings medium and large. (UK sizes).

Options/solutions for outsizes: Size 16 plus (UK sizes).

Spacers/footbed: To be provided per pair facilitating optimal fit.

The framework length should not exceed 7 years.

The value of this framework is estimated to be between £13,090,000 - £19,625,000.

Bidders will be able to register on the system, and once registered they can express their interest and complete their bid on there. Should Bidders have any queries regarding the system, please contact the support team on the front page of the Jaggaer website, where it says ‘Need assistance?’, for help. Any queries regarding the tender itself, as opposed to the system, should be directed through Jaggaer's messaging center.

In addition, please note that as a framework agreement there is no guarantee of business.

Delivery: UK
Extensions: Any extension is in periods of 12 months each, totaling 36 monthsVariant bids: allowed
Lot #3Patrol BootsPublished value£10,000,000

The Defence Clothing team, which forms part of Leidos Supply Ltd. is considering the potential requirement for the supply of Combat Boots on behalf of the UK MOD, consisting of multiple lots Lot 3

Patrol Boots: Typically worn in and around the barracks, the range and for driving, also public order training, captured in Annex A.1c to ITB specification DCPS 6935. Male full sizes 5 to 15, Female full sizes 3 to 9, 2 width fittings medium and large. (UK sizes).

Options/solutions for outsizes: Size 16 plus (UK sizes).

Spacers/footbed: To be provided per pair facilitating optimal fit.

The framework length should not exceed 7 years.

The value of this framework is estimated to be between £5,362,752 - £10,000,000

Bidders will be able to register on the system, and once registered they can express their interest and complete their bid on there. Should Bidders have any queries regarding the system, please contact the support team on the front page of the Jaggaer website, where it says ‘Need assistance?’, for help. Any queries regarding the tender itself, as opposed to the system, should be directed through Jaggaer's messaging center.

In addition, please note that as a framework agreement there is no guarantee of business.

Delivery: UK
Extensions: Any extension is in periods of 12 months each, totaling 36 monthsVariant bids: allowed
Lot #4Desert High Liability BootsPublished value£13,000,000

The Defence Clothing team, which forms part of Leidos Supply Ltd. is considering the potential requirement for the supply of Combat Boots on behalf of the UK MOD, consisting of multiple lots

High Liability Desert Combat Boots: Issued to Tri-Service personnel this is the designated boot for dis-mounted high intensity close-combat tasks, captured in Annex A.1d to ITB specification DCPS 6936. Male full sizes 5 to 15, Female full sizes 3 to 9, 2 width fittings medium and large. (UK sizes).

Options/solutions for outsizes: Size 16 plus (UK sizes).

Spacers/footbed: To be provided per pair facilitating optimal fit.

The framework length should not exceed 7 years.

The value of this framework is estimated to be between £6,934,000 - £13,000,000.

Bidders will be able to register on the system, and once registered they can express their interest and complete their bid on there. Should Bidders have any queries regarding the system, please contact the support team on the front page of the Jaggaer website, where it says ‘Need assistance?’, for help. Any queries regarding the tender itself, as opposed to the system, should be directed through Jaggaer's messaging center.

In addition, please note that as a framework agreement there is no guarantee of business.

Delivery: UK
Extensions: Any extension is in periods of 12 months each, totaling 36 monthsVariant bids: allowed
Lot #5High Liability Combat BootsPublished value£51,100,000

The Defence Clothing team, which forms part of Leidos Supply Ltd. is considering the potential requirement for the supply of Combat Boots on behalf of the UK MOD, consisting of multiple lots

High Liability Combat Boots: Issued to Tri-Service personnel, primarily for high intensity combat tasks, captured in Annex A.1e to ITB specification DCPS 6937 Male full sizes 5 to 15, Female full sizes 3 to 9, 2 width fittings medium and large. (UK sizes).

Options/solutions for outsizes: Size 16 plus (UK sizes).

Spacers/footbed: To be provided per pair facilitating optimal fit.

The framework length should not exceed 7 years.

The value of this framework is estimated to be between £37,152,000 - £51,100,000

Bidders will be able to register on the system, and once registered they can express their interest and complete their bid on there. Should Bidders have any queries regarding the system, please contact the support team on the front page of the Jaggaer website, where it says ‘Need assistance?’, for help. Any queries regarding the tender itself, as opposed to the system, should be directed through Jaggaer's messaging center.

In addition, please note that as a framework agreement there is no guarantee of business.

Delivery: UK
Extensions: Any extension is in periods of 12 months each, totaling 36 monthsVariant bids: allowed

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
What this means for your bid
  • “The Supply of Combat Footwear” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, up to 8 suppliers, not a single contract.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record · publisher note attached
Procedure method
Restricted procedure
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Goods
Notice status
Closed
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use this agreement
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
No (one-off requirement)
First published
24 Jun 2021, 22:45 BST
Last source update
6 Feb 2024, 14:26 GMT
Authority reference
LSL/DC/0131
FTS notice number
2024/S 000-003900
Classification (CPV)
Combat gearFootwear
Delivery area
UK
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-02bff4 Find a Tender
Contract terms
Electronic trading
e-invoicing allowed · electronic ordering · electronic payment

Publisher note: In April 2015 the MOD signed a thirteen year contract with Leidos Europe Ltd to provide the procurement and inventory management of commodity items (as well as the storage and distribution services) historically provided in-house by the Logistic Commodities and Services Operating Centre. Leidos, working with the MOD, will transform the way these services are delivered to ensure requirements continue to be met whilst providing best value for money for the department. The organisation delivering these services is known as Team Leidos. Team Leidos would like to make interested suppliers aware that it is inviting tenders for its supply and delivery of Combat Footwear. Leidos Supply Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leidos Europe Ltd, is undertaking this procurement as a subcontractor to Leidos Europe Ltd to meet a requirement of the UK Ministry of Defence pursuant to the logistics commodities and services transformation delivery partner contract (LCS(T)/0001 dated16.4.2015) between Leidos Europe Ltd and the UK Ministry of Defence. Please note all information provided to organisations or individuals that respond to this notice should be treated as Confidential, and not shared further without express written permission from Leidos Supply Ltd.

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: Jaggaer · Who buys & how to bid on JAGGAER
Supplier login requiredLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Free; latest Chrome/Edge/Firefox only — corporate browsers fail
Appointment period ends
21 Mar 2024, 12:00 GMT
Submission channel
{"electronicSubmission","written"}
Accepted languages
en
Bid validity
630 days from the deadline
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Timeline

7 Feb 2022 → 2 Apr 2024 · 4 dates
  1. Next notice expected
    7 Feb 2022
  2. Notice published
    6 Feb 2024, 14:26 GMT
  3. Admission / appointment period endsperiod end, not a bid countdown
    21 Mar 2024, 12:00 GMT
  4. Invitations to tender expected
    2 Apr 2024, 00:00 BST

Notice history

4 events · 2 releases on Find a Tender · since 6 Feb 2024
  1. Published value published: £70,000,000
    6 Feb 2024, 14:26 GMT
  2. Status changed to active
    6 Feb 2024, 14:26 GMT
  3. Procurement method changed
    6 Feb 2024, 14:26 GMT
  4. Deadline published: 21 Mar 2024, 12:00 GMT
    6 Feb 2024, 14:26 GMT

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

Leidos Supply

Contracting authorityCentral GovernmentBody governed by public lawDefence Monarch Court, 8 The Brooms, Emersons Green, Bristol, UKContact name, email Published organisation website ↗

Dispute resolution & review bodies

  • Leidos Supply LimitedReview body Bristol
  • UK has no body responsible for appeals or mediation procedures.Mediation body N/A

Official documents & specifications (2)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Tender pack and attachments

  • Economic and financial selection criteriatenderEconomic and financial selection criteria
  • Technical selection criteriatenderTechnical selection criteria