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Hepacart Fire Equipment

QE FACILITIES LIMITED

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26 Feb 2026 at 16:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by QE Facilities Limited involves the acquisition of Hepacart Fire Safety Equipment, classified under firefighting, rescue and safety equipment (CPV code 35110000). The process, based in Gateshead, England, has recently reached the award stage, and the contract worth £55,587 began on the 18th of February and is set to conclude on the 31st of March 2026. This call-off from a framework agreement utilised a selective procurement method. Delivery is expected in postal code NE9 6SX, aligning well with the buyer's locality. The award has been granted to HEPCART UK LTD, indicating completion and success of the procurement phase.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fire safety equipment to engage with public sector procurement. Providers that are small to medium-sized enterprises and can deliver goods efficiently within specified timeframes may find lucrative ventures within such frameworks. Opportunities like this can bolster company portfolios, especially for firms adept in working within framework agreements. Suppliers located near the Gateshead area or those with efficient logistics can further benefit from reduced operational costs linked to delivery, stimulating business growth and enhancing competitive positioning in the public sector arena.

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Notice Title

Hepacart Fire Equipment

Notice Description

Purchase of Hepacart Fire Safety Equipment Cost:PS55,587.00

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f95234c-db58-4a9d-91ca-6113730811e9
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£66,704 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£55,587 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
18 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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
QE FACILITIES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE9 6SX
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
High Fell
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HEPACART

Further Information

Notice Documents

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