Tender Reference: PROCT-421
ShelterBox would like to invite competent companies to submit bids to enter into long-term framework agreements for the supply of bracing straps (also known as hurricane strap, metal strap, hoop iron, builders band, bracing, restraint strap, perforated band, timber frame-strap and more) used by ShelterBox globally.
The bid is divided into 2 lots. Bidders can submit an offer for one or both lots.
| LOT # | DESCRIPTION | DETAILED SPECIFICATION |
| 1 | Bracing Strap â preferred specification | Material: Galvanised steel – coating 275 g/m²
Minimum tensile strength: âĽ300 MPa Dimensions Width: Acceptable range 20mm â 32mm. Length: 30âmetre roll +/- 10% (preferred). Thickness: minimum 0.6mm (G25), maximum 1.16mm (G19) Design / Construction: Coiled strapping with holes to allow for fixing with nails and screws. Should ensure strong corrosion resistance, be safe and easy to handle, and be possible to cut with tools such as Tin Snips, bend, and form around building components to suit varied installation needs. Format consistent with standard humanitarian or constructionâgrade bracing straps. Suppliers to provide details of hole spacing, staggering and pattern as per their product. |
| 2 | Bracing Strap â Supplier Standard Specification (Alternative Offer) | ShelterBox will also accept supplier âstandardâ or âoffâtheâshelfâ products that do not exactly match Lot 1.
Suppliers must: List their closest standard product(s), including: – Material and coating – Tensile strength – Width, thickness, length – Hole pattern – Conformance to any national/international standards Identify where their standard product diverges from Lot 1. |
Prospective bidders must request the bidding documents by e-mailing tenders@shelterbox.org, quoting the tender reference number âPROCT-421 for Bracing Strapsâ
Written submissions and receipt of samples are due no later than 23:59 GMT on Monday 06th April 2026.