Provision of Headwear
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is seeking a supplier to provide headwear worn by officers on operational duties and at formal ceremonies. Scope The scope includes provision of the following headwear: Baseball Caps (QPS, MRQ and SES) Beanies (QPS and MRQ) Bucket-Boonie Hat (QPS, SES and MRQ) Felt Dress Hat (QPS and SES) Peak and Dress Caps (QPS, MRQ and SES) Broad Brim Hats (MRQ and PSO) This headwear is used across multiple business units within QPS, including: Queensland Police Service (QPS) Marine Rescue Queensland (MRQ) State Emergency Services (SES) Protective Services Group (PSG)
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