Supply of Aircrew Boots

Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the supply of Aircrew Boots. The Ministry of Defence requires the sourcing and provision of a comprehensive range of suitable aircrew boots for personnel in training and operational environments across rotary and fixed wing platforms.

The requirement encompasses boots suitable for both hot and temperate climatic conditions, with specific dimensional constraints to ensure compatibility with restricted cockpit spaces on designated aircraft platforms. Key Requirement Parameters Climatic Coverage: Boots must be available for both temperate and hot weather environments, capable of operating across temperature ranges from -6°C to +45°C with relative humidity levels between 43% and 100%.

Sizing and Accessibility: Items must be available to meet protected characteristics as highlighted in the Public Sector Equality Duty review. Sizing must accommodate the 5-95 percentile range (height 150cm to 200cm, chest 80cm to 120cm) plus outsize provision.

Shoe sizes must range from 3 to 15 with outsize availability. Boot Specification Criteria: - Upper surface must be constructed from robust leather - Water resistant properties required - Colour: Black or brown - Security fastening via laces - Sole design to limit Foreign Object Damage (FOD) transfer into aircraft or Aircraft Servicing Pan (ASP) The Unite Procurement Platform (Unite | Simplify indirect procurement with our smarter platform) offers a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage low- value, high-volume procurement.

How to Apply Interested suppliers should register their interest by contacting Unite Procurement UK Limited and provide details of their product range, modification capabilities, and maintenance services. Further information on the onboarding process for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of interest and can also be found at the link attached.

Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier for this requirement. Instead, multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite Procurement Platform to ensure a diverse and competitive supply base, supporting flexibility and choice for the Ministry of Defence and associated organisations.

Suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by the stated closing date to ensure early consideration. However, applications to join the Unite Procurement Platform will be welcome at any time beyond the initial deadline. Unite Procurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard new suppliers on a rolling basis to meet evolving requirements and to maintain a dynamic and responsive supplier network.