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Investigation of Real Fires

DEPARTMENT FOR COMMUNITIES & LOCAL GOVERNMENT

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13 Apr 2018 at 13:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Department for Communities & Local Government, seeking services for the ongoing investigation of real fires, specifically through a contract valued at £15,000. This falls under the research services industry category and is relevant to both small and medium enterprises as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises. The contract amendment has extended the duration until October 31, 2018. The procurement method used is a contract amendment, with the contract originally starting on April 1, 2015, and the tender period having ended on March 18, 2015, indicating that the tender has progressed to the award stage.

This contract presents opportunities for businesses specialising in fire safety research and consultancy, particularly those with capabilities in conducting investigations, site visits, and experimental testing. Companies with expertise in regulatory compliance and safety standards, especially those that are SMEs or VCSEs, may find this contract particularly well-suited to their services and competitive capabilities. Engaging with this contract allows businesses to contribute to vital fire safety advancements while enhancing their visibility and reputation in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Investigation of Real Fires

Notice Description

This is an existing contract to provide an on-going watching brief of developments in fire incidents and detailed investigation, including site visits, investigative research and small scale experimental fire testing and to provide technical advice on how to resolve valid requests for a determination under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The contract is extended to cover the core requirements of the contract for a further month (pending the award of a new contract in April 2018) and the testing of cladding samples for a further six months. The contract will now expire in October 2018. Additional information: This contract amendment is valued at a maximum cost of PS15,000.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3d81d877-2353-4a2b-b4d7-36a732ffea19
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/812c51f4-31cb-44dd-b0f1-d8c3ae32c4bb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Contract amendment
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,447,775 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2015Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 201510 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2015 - 31 Oct 2018 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR COMMUNITIES & LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BUILDING RESEARCH ESTABLISHMENT

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