Special clothing and accessories. Knee pads - expressions of interest (EOI) are sought from companies interested in meeting the requirement for a 4 year framework contract. The knee pad must be capable of protecting the knee from penetration, discomfort and impact when a fully loaded combat soldier performs military tasks in operational conditions. (Combat patrol load carried by soldier approx 68kg). The knee pad shall be able to be used in a wide range of combinations of terrain, weather conditions and climate including but not restricted to rock, shale, and shingle in a desert environment, cold wet conditions of a woodland environment, and whilst operating in built up areas to provide protection from hard and sharp edges.