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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the project titled "Independent Analysis Fire Cover Review for WMFS" has been concluded, with West Midlands Fire Service acting as the buying organisation. This project falls under the IT services category, focusing on consulting, software development, and support, specifically aiming to enhance fire cover analysis. The services will be delivered in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, and the procurement was executed through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 21st April 2026, and the contract runs from 5th May 2026 to 4th April 2027, with a total value of £40,000.

This tender provides significant opportunities for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of offering IT consulting and optimisation modelling services. By participating in such contracts, businesses can grow by aligning themselves with esteemed public organisations like the West Midlands Fire Service, which is actively seeking effective solutions for fire cover optimisation. The contract's focus aligns well with enterprises experienced in analytical review and performance enhancement, offering them a platform to expand their portfolio and strengthen their market presence within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Independent Analysis Fire Cover Review for WMFS

Notice Description

The key objectives of this project are to quantify the current service profile (in terms of demand, appliance availability, workload and response performance), create and set up appropriate models of fire cover and use optimisation modelling to determine the best deployment of appliances across existing and separate green field locations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-924e94e5-f6e2-40ad-9f4a-f4982a7b46e9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4488c9f-79ae-4194-9436-d5e628bbcebe
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 4 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

OPERATIONAL RESEARCH IN HEALTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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