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Further Competition Call Off for 9 Brigade Response Vehicles (BRV plus) for West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority

WEST MIDLANDS FIRE SERVICE

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08 May 2026 at 09:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the West Midlands Fire Service, focused on the acquisition of nine Brigade Response Vehicle Plus units, intended to bolster their emergency response capabilities. These vehicles are to be custom-built from Mercedes-Benz Sprinter crew cab vehicles, fitted with specialised equipment such as a fire pump, integrated water tank, and seating for four crew members. With the procurement tagged as 'emergency vehicles' under the Common Procurement Vocabulary, the competitive quotation process falls below the threshold and was concluded on 10th April 2026. The entire process, now at the award stage, involved a delivery within the West Midlands region in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle conversion and custom emergency equipment manufacturing, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) since the process encouraged SME participation. The awarded contract, valued at £965,430, was given to Angloco Limited, illustrating a favourable environment for companies capable of delivering specialised, high-quality emergency vehicles. Businesses within the automotive and safety equipment sectors would find similar contracts beneficial for growth, especially those able to meet the stringent requirements for safety and operational efficiency in emergency response vehicles.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Further Competition Call Off for 9 Brigade Response Vehicles (BRV plus) for West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority

Notice Description

Procurement of nine (9) Brigade Response Vehicle Plus, to be converted from free issue Mercedes-Benz Sprinter crew cab vehicles. The vehicle will feature a purpose-built body designed to accommodate a wide range of fire and rescue equipment. The vehicle will be equipped with a suitable fire pump, an integrated water tank, and seating capacity for four crew members. It must be capable of responding to all types of incidents, while providing a smooth and comfortable ride for operational efficiency and crew safety.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df4d9d37-c312-4b32-938c-667df36f1e99
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34114100 - Emergency vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£965,430 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£965,430 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Apr 2026 - 10 Apr 2026 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS FIRE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B7 4HW
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANGLOCO

Further Information

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