Scope
Reference
01014
Description
Tai Tarian is seeking to issue a Contract for the supply of Tai Tarian's PPE and Corporate Clothing
This tender will be split into the following two Lots:
Lot 1 - Supply of PPE
Lot 2 - Supply of Corporate Clothing
Lots will be awarded on an individual basis, and a Tenderer can bid for either one or both Lots.
Therefore, Tenderers must ensure that their submission clearly shows that they're able to meet the requirements of each selected Lot, and not to make any statement or assumption that their bid is conditional on being awarded all, or a minimum number of Lots.
Tenderers must be aware that in regards of Lot 1, requirements will include but not be limited to the following: -
• An OTIF (On-Time In-Full) delivery of all goods from the Pricing Schedule within 24 hours for core products.
• A delivery service direct to Tai Tarian's head office and satellite depots for additional items.
• A local same day collection service for all goods, as and when required from a recommended and agreed "solution" giving the availability to collect within 1 hour.
• A local collection and/or delivery service of additional ad hoc products throughout the contract period that are not listed in the core list Pricing Schedule.
• A detailed and accurate "live" reporting function, which will include but not be limited to historic purchases per employee.
• PPE must comply with the relevant EN standards.
• All PPE must carry UKCA or CE markings, in accordance with the PPE Regulations 2018.
• Suppliers must provide Declarations of Conformity and access to technical documentation upon request.
• Items stated in the Price Schedule must be priced on a like for like basis - no alternatives will be accepted at this stage.
• Annual servicing of Jetstream power respirators.
• Jetstream breakdown/repair/replacements would need to be completed at short notice, with the Initial survey being completed within 24 hours.
Tenderers must be aware that in regards of Lot 2, requirements will include but not be limited to the following: -
• An OTIF (On-Tim-In-Full) delivery of all goods from the Pricing Schedule within 4 days from order.
• A delivery service direct to Tai Tarian's head office and satellite depots for additional items if required.
• A local same day collection service for all goods, as and when required from a recommended and agreed "solution" giving the availability to collect within 1 hour.
• The ability to return un-used and un-worn items within 28 days without a re-stocking charge
• A local collection and/or delivery service of additional ad hoc products throughout the contract period that are not listed in the core list Pricing Schedule.
• A detailed and accurate "live" reporting function, which will include but not be limited to historic purchases per employee.
• Items stated in the Price Schedule must be priced on a like for like basis - no alternatives will be accepted at this stage.
Tenderers must be aware that all quantities provided in the Price Schedule are estimated based on current annual quantities and used for tender purposes only.
The quantities and scope of requirements may change throughout the life of the Contract.
Form of Contract
The Form of Contract utilised for this Contract will be Tai Tarian's Terms and Conditions for the Supply of Goods and Related Services.
Price Increase Mechanism
Prices submitted in Appendix 2 - Price Schedule are to be fixed for the first 12 months of the Contract until 1st February 2027 for each Lot. Subsequent price increases will then be agreed on an annual basis. Any increases shall not exceed the latest published monthly percentage change in the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) at the time of the annual price increase review.
Valuation and Payment
A Supplier will submit invoices for payment and payment of undisputed invoices will be made within 30 days.
Total value (estimated)
- £500,000 excluding VAT
- £600,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 16 February 2026 to 15 February 2030
- Possible extension to 15 February 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
The contract will be awarded for a 4-year period, with an option to extend for a further 1-year period.
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 35113400 - Protective and safety clothing
- 18110000 - Occupational clothing
- 18222000 - Corporate clothing
- 18811000 - Waterproof footwear
- 18831000 - Footwear incorporating a protective metal toecap
- 34928470 - Signage
- 33141123 - Sharps containers
- 18234000 - Trousers
- 18210000 - Coats
- 18330000 - T-shirts and shirts
- 33141118 - Wipes
- 18830000 - Protective footwear
- 18220000 - Weatherproof clothing
- 18235300 - Sweatshirts
Contract locations
- UKL17 - Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot
- UKL18 - Swansea
Lot constraints
Description of how multiple lots may be awarded:
Lots will be awarded on an individual basis, and a Tenderer can bid for either one or both Lots.
Lot 1. Supply of PPE
Description
Tenderers must be aware that in regards of Lot 1, requirements will include but not be limited to the following: -
• An OTIF (On-Time In-Full) delivery of all goods from the Pricing Schedule within 24 hours for core products.
• A delivery service direct to Tai Tarian's head office and satellite depots for additional items.
• A local same day collection service for all goods, as and when required from a recommended and agreed "solution" giving the availability to collect within 1 hour.
• A local collection and/or delivery service of additional ad hoc products throughout the contract period that are not listed in the core list Pricing Schedule.
• A detailed and accurate "live" reporting function, which will include but not be limited to historic purchases per employee.
• PPE must comply with the relevant EN standards.
• All PPE must carry UKCA or CE markings, in accordance with the PPE Regulations 2018.
• Suppliers must provide Declarations of Conformity and access to technical documentation upon request.
• Items stated in the Price Schedule must be priced on a like for like basis - no alternatives will be accepted at this stage.
• Annual servicing of Jetstream power respirators.
• Jetstream breakdown/repair/replacements would need to be completed at short notice, with the Initial survey being completed within 24 hours.
Lot value (estimated)
- £375,000 excluding VAT
- £450,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Supply of Corporate Clothing
Description
Tenderers must be aware that in regards of Lot 2, requirements will include but not be limited to the following: -
• An OTIF (On-Tim-In-Full) delivery of all goods from the Pricing Schedule within 4 days from order.
• A delivery service direct to Tai Tarian's head office and satellite depots for additional items if required.
• A local same day collection service for all goods, as and when required from a recommended and agreed "solution" giving the availability to collect within 1 hour.
• The ability to return un-used and un-worn items within 28 days without a re-stocking charge
• A local collection and/or delivery service of additional ad hoc products throughout the contract period that are not listed in the core list Pricing Schedule.
• A detailed and accurate "live" reporting function, which will include but not be limited to historic purchases per employee.
• Items stated in the Price Schedule must be priced on a like for like basis - no alternatives will be accepted at this stage.
Lot value (estimated)
- £125,000 excluding VAT
- £150,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Lot 1. Supply of PPE
Lot 2. Supply of Corporate Clothing
As set out in the ITT
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot 1. Supply of PPE
Lot 2. Supply of Corporate Clothing
As set out in the ITT
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Supply of PPE
Lot 2. Supply of Corporate Clothing
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
19 December 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
5 January 2026, 9:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
30 January 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality |
Quality | 75.00% |
| Price | Price |
Price | 25.00% |
Other information
Payment terms
A Supplier will submit invoices for payment and payment of undisputed invoices will be made within 30 days.
Description of risks to contract performance
As set out in the ITT and Form of Contract
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=352021
Tai Tarian ITT - Above threshold - Open Procedure - Supply of PPE and Corporate Clothing
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=352023
Appendix 2 Price schedule
Contracting authority
Tai Tarian Ltd
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRRR-2818-QQVJ
Ty Gwyn
Neath
SA11 2FP
United Kingdom
Region: UKL17 - Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales