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Firewalls for West Midlands Fire & Rescue Authority

WEST MIDLANDS FIRE SERVICE

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12 May 2025 at 14:08

Summary of the contracting process

West Midlands Fire Service has recently concluded the procurement process for acquiring firewalls, with Boxxe Limited as the successful supplier. This tender targeted the services category, specifically within the "Software package and information systems" sector according to the CPV classification. Located in the West Midlands, the procurement was carried out via a selective method, utilizing a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period closed on 29th April 2025, and the contract is active from 6th May 2025 to 5th May 2026. The total contract value is £57,599.20.

This procurement process offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT systems and services, particularly those capable of delivering software packages and solutions like firewalls. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find similar tenders particularly suited to their capabilities given the suitability criteria. Engaging in such tenders can enhance market presence and provide growth opportunities through engagements with public sector clients like the West Midlands Fire Service.

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Notice Title

Firewalls for West Midlands Fire & Rescue Authority

Notice Description

Firewalls for West Midlands Fire & Rescue Authority

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-feafbe68-89fe-4f5c-affa-9b8abfe61b6a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/270088d7-11e4-4498-871c-f03889427c8f
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£57,599 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,599 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Contract Period
5 May 2025 - 5 May 2026 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
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

BOXXE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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