Award

Supply of Smoking Aprons, FR throws and FR Rubber Mats

WEST MIDLANDS FIRE SERVICE

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Award

19 May 2026 at 14:22

Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Fire Service has completed a procurement process for the supply of smoking aprons, FR throws, and FR rubber mats aimed at aiding vulnerable community members during Safe and Well visits. The procurement process concluded with the contract being awarded on 13th May 2026, following a selective procurement method through a call-off from the Safe and Well Equipment Framework C5682. The procurement pertains to the "Beds and bedding and specialist soft furnishings" industry category, with delivery specified to the West Midlands region in the United Kingdom. The contract period spans from 18th May 2026 to 17th May 2027, with a total contract value of £25,900.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in the provision of safety and care products, particularly those that produce or supply bespoke soft furnishings. Businesses adept in manufacturing or sourcing similar fire-retardant products can stand to benefit by aligning themselves with framework agreements to leverage opportunities with public service organisations like the West Midlands Fire Service. Successful suppliers, such as Thomas Kneale & Co Limited, can expand their portfolio by participating in similar future procurements and enhancing their industry reputation through such collaborations.

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Notice Title

Supply of Smoking Aprons, FR throws and FR Rubber Mats

Notice Description

Supply of smoking aprons, FR throws and rubber mats to be provided to vulnerable members of the community during Safe and Well visits conducted by West Midlands Fire Service. Additional information: Call off from Safe and Well Equipment Framework C5682

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cb032345-4291-4bb2-b5ad-77bc925ee305
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9439c31-9234-45a8-a3f4-f5c68ae12ab9
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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39143110 - Beds and bedding and specialist soft furnishings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,900 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,900 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 17 May 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

THOMAS KNEALE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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