FORWARD PROCUREMENT NOTICE - STAB-RESISTANT VESTS

FORWARD PROCUREMENT NOTICEMetro South Health (MSH) will be releasing an Invitation to Offer (ITO) seeking offers for the trial and supply of Stab-Resistant body armour (vests) for MSH Security Officers. The procurement will seek to identify a suitably qualified and experienced supplier capable for providing fit-for-purpose stab and spike-resistant body armour suitable for prolonged use within a healthcare security environment.The ITO will be released through the Queensland Procurement Solution, VendorPanel Public Marketplace under the following categories:•Clothing & Safety Equipment Protective Clothing•Clothing & Safety Equipment Safety EquipmentProspective offerors must be registered on VendorPanel to access and respond to the ITO. Suppliers interested in participating are encouraged to ensure their VendorPanel registration and business profile are current and that they are registered against the relevant marketplace category prior to release.Anticipated ITO release: 9 October 2026Anticipated closing date: 26 October 2026Further details regarding the requirements, procurement process and response requirements will be provided in the ITO when released.This notice is provided for advance information only and does not constitute an invitation to submit an offer or a commitment by MSH to proceed with the procurement.