Bags and Backpacks
Riot And Protection
Combat And Tactical
Clothing
Public Order / Control and Restraint
Tactical Vests
Police Frameworks
Our comprehensive framework agreements provide streamlined access to essential police equipment and services through trusted procurement channels.
| Framework Name | Framework Holder | Category | Valid Until | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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YPO Police Framework
We are part of the PPE Workwear, Uniform and Managed Services. |
Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation |
General Police Equipment |
2025-12- 31 |
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BlueLight Framework
Specialized emergency services equipment framework |
BlueLight Commercial |
Emergency Services |
2026-06- 30 |
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|
Crown Commercial Service
Technology and digital solutions for law enforcement |
CCS |
Technology Solutions |
2025-03-31 |
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|
ESPO Framework
Police vehicle procurement and fleet management |
Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation |
Vehicles & Fleet |
2026-09-30 |
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YPO Framework Agreements
Comprehensive police equipment through Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation
Framework Overview
- Lot 6: Police, Security and Criminal Justice Protective Wear – Plus Optional Managed Service
- Lot 7: Body Armour, Tactical Vests & Associated Accessories – Plus Optional Managed Service
- Lot 8: Personal Protection Equipment for Public Order Situations
- Sub Lot 8.1: Batons, Holders, Mountings & Carriage Systems including optional Repair and Disposal Service
- Sub Lot 8.2: Handcuffs, Straps & Restraint Equipment & Holders
- Sub Lot 8.3: Shields, Guards, Helmets & Accessories
- Lot 14: Accessories & Accoutrements
If you are interested in any of the aforementioned equipment for the emergency services, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us, or speak with our YPO Category Buyer, Laura Megson on 07552 320097 or laura.megson@ypo.co.uk.
YPO Contact Information
General Enquiries
+44 (0) 1494853 040Emergency Procurement
01924 834 835Website
www.ypo.co.uk/policeBlueLight Framework
Specialized solutions for emergency services
Framework Overview
We are a part of 2 BlueLight Commercial framework agreements:
Batons: This framework supports forces with three different types of baton, of which we are approved suppliers for one, the Friction Lock Baton (Lot 1).
PSU Clothing and Equipment: under this we approved suppliers for Lot 5: Helmets, and Lot 8: Gloves. This framework provides forces with a compliant route to market for PSU clothing and equipment.
If you are interested in sourcing equipment under this framework agreement, please contact us or speak to a member of the BlueLight Commercial Uniform and Equipment team at uniform@bluelight.police.uk.
YPO Contact Information
Our equipment
We offer a wide range of equipment to police forces. This includes a full range of public order equipment, including our own riot shields (tested to BS7971-3), limb protection guards, and the Vailos Fire Retardant Public Order Suit. In addition to this, we are UK distributors of the Bonowi baton.
Our range of products available does not stop there, we have a wide range of load carriage systems, boots, public order baseball caps and bump caps available for the police, prison, and security industries. Further to this, we have over 20 years of specialist experience in manufacturing for bespoke commissions across multiple textile products.
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Compliance with Regulations
Frameworks ensure that procurement processes adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, such as public procurement laws. This helps avoid issues of non-compliance, which can lead to legal challenges or penalties.
Cost Efficiency
Frameworks often involve pre-negotiated contracts with suppliers, allowing police forces to benefit from economies of scale and better pricing. This can result in cost savings for public budgets.
Transparency and Fairness
Procurement frameworks promote fairness by offering a standardised process for evaluating bids and selecting suppliers. This transparency helps to ensure that contracts are awarded based on merit, not favouritism.
Timesaving
With a framework in place, police forces can bypass lengthy tendering processes, as pre-approved suppliers and pricing structures are already established. This allows them to make faster purchasing decisions when urgent needs arise.
Risk Management
Frameworks often include suppliers who have undergone thorough vetting, reducing the risks associated with poor supplier performance, fraud, or failure to deliver.
Standardisation
Frameworks ensure that all products and services procured meet certain quality standards, which is crucial in sectors like policing, where consistency and reliability can impact public safety.
Innovation and Flexibility
Framework agreements can encourage innovation by including modern and flexible procurement solutions, allowing police forces to adopt the latest technologies or services that improve operational efficiency.
