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SIP (emergency 999 calls) for West Midlands Fire & Rescue Authority

WEST MIDLANDS FIRE SERVICE

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24 Oct 2024 at 17:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process described involves the West Midlands Fire Service, which is seeking suppliers for SIP lines required for their command and control solution dedicated to emergency 999 calls. Classified under the industry categories of network interfaces, telecommunication, and communication systems, this procurement is occurring in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement reached the award stage on 16th September 2024, with a contract period commencing on 1st October 2024 and concluding on 30th September 2029. The procurement method used is a selective call-off from a framework agreement, and the total contract value is GBP 135,000.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in network interfaces and telecommunication equipment. Companies can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio in public sector projects, gain long-term financial stability from a multi-year agreement, and build a strong reference for future bids. Given the specific focus on emergency services, businesses equipped with robust, reliable, and innovative solutions in command and control communication systems will stand out. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, as they are highly suitable for this procurement. BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PLC has already been awarded the contract, highlighting the high standards expected from the suppliers.

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Notice Title

SIP (emergency 999 calls) for West Midlands Fire & Rescue Authority

Notice Description

Sip lines required for command and control solution

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9604dd71-644d-4f9b-a342-7b32f0e2f3b9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a680c6ec-660c-4d92-90e0-ad45a2c7d610
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

30237110 - Network interfaces

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

35711000 - Command, control, communication systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2029 Over 5 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
WEST MIDLANDS FIRE SERVICE
Contact Name
Polly Morgan
Contact Email
polly.morgan@wmfs.net
Contact Phone
0121 380 6177

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

BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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