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Kent and Medway Towns Fire Authority - Fire Firefighting Robot VEAT Notice

KENT FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE

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02 Sep 2024 at 14:13

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Summary of the contracting process

The Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) has successfully completed the procurement process for an uncrewed ground-based vehicle (UGV) with firefighting capabilities. The contract, valued at £120,000, has been awarded to ICP NewTech. This initiative falls under the 'Industrial robots' category and is aimed at enhancing firefighting operations within the region of England, United Kingdom. The procurement process has passed through the award stage with the timeline set from 16th September 2024 to 12th September 2029 for the execution of the contract. The project aligns with KFRS's strategic goals, following significant market analysis and supplier engagement sessions that included other notable suppliers.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in robotics, UGVs, and firefighting technology. Companies within the SME sector aiming to innovate in the field of industrial robots and safety equipment would find this exploration valuable. ICP NewTech has demonstrated a proven track record in delivering sophisticated UGVs and has showcased expertise, compliance knowledge, and collaboration skills, indicating an ideal partner for KFRS. Businesses capable of transferring knowledge from projects in other fields to fire service operations are particularly well-suited for future tenders of this nature.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Kent and Medway Towns Fire Authority - Fire Firefighting Robot VEAT Notice

Notice Description

The Authority has a requirement for an uncrewed ground-based vehicle (UGV) with firefighting capability. Following the development of smaller UGV's significant market analysis has been undertaken to identify UGVs and their associated suppliers that fit this requirement. Three such products exist on the marketplace: * The Avenger supplied by ICP NewTech * The Rhyno supplied by Angloco. (Distributor for Shark Robotics) * The Rosenbaurer Technical Equipment (RTE) supplied by Rosenbauer. Supplier engagement has been undertaken with all three suppliers to understand their product and suitability for inclusion within KFRS. During supplier engagement sessions Rosenbauer indicated that they had already moved into a partnership trial with another Fire and Rescue Service and as such felt that they would not be willing to supply to KFRS with the RTE at this juncture. An assessment of the capabilities verses KFRS requirements has been undertaken (the RTE from Rosenbauer was included for completeness and reference) and is attached to this SSP. The Avenger from ICP NewTech scored the highest in this assessment and is therefore proposed to be the sole supplier of this capability. Following the initial supplier engagement events the Authority assessed the skills and competency of ICP NewTech to understand their capabilities. The outcomes of this engagement are described below: ICP NewTech demonstrated they can meet the Authorities qualification requirement of: Proven experience: a track record of successful delivery of numerous UGVs in many different countries and within the UK. These have been primarily in the field mitigation on improvised explosive devices and the disposal and rendering safe of conventional munitions. Expertise: demonstrated expertise the field of robotics and UGVs. Ability to transfer knowledge of other projects into understanding Fire Service operations and issues: showed a good level of understanding of FRS needs and operations however were cognisant of the fact that the current product has been designed with limited FRS input. As such they are keen to work with KFRS in a developmental partnership. Compliance knowledge: understood compliance reequipments. Collaboration skills: a demonstrated track record of working with multiple partners in various security and military fields across the world. Currently involved with partnership working with Ireland FRSs, which we will be able to be involved this relationship and share our outcomes and learn from our Irish FRS colleagues as well. Legacy: a well-established company with a track record of delivering various types of UGVs across the world.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d6d881f1-b0ed-45ba-9e89-47f243305e43
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/381c00a6-15c1-47d9-82da-a7fccf4b46df
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42997300 - Industrial robots

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
15 Sep 2024 - 12 Sep 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME15 6XB
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Tovil
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICP NEWTECH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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