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Operational Fire Fighting Facilities

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE & MILTON KEYNES FIRE AUTHORITY

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28 Mar 2022 at 14:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Fire Authority has awarded a contract titled "Operational Fire Fighting Facilities" in the firefighting services industry. The contract, valued at £389,850, is part of a negotiated procurement process without prior publication, which commenced on 1 June 2022 and will run for three years, with an option to extend by an additional 24 months. The contract aims to provide essential specialist venues, equipment, and training for firefighting staff at a dedicated location in Aylesbury, England, concluding around 31 May 2025. The tender period for submissions ended on 25 March 2022.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the provision of firefighting training resources, equipment, and facilities. Given the nature of the services required, companies specialising in training for emergency services, instructors, or those offering facilities suitable for specialised training scenarios would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. This collaboration with the Fire Service College also indicates potential for businesses that can deliver comprehensive training solutions, including accommodation and catering services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Operational Fire Fighting Facilities

Notice Description

Following the publication of VEAT Notice 2022/S 000-007036, BMKFA awarded a contract for the provision of appropriate specialist venues, equipment and facilities, in collaboration with Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service Instructors, to deliver firefighting training including Fire behaviour, tactical ventilation simulation, highway scenarios, Breathing Apparatus assessments, Incident Command assessment exercises, Multi-Agency scenarios, Open Programme Instructor development courses and Incident Command refresher courses in accordance with National Operational Guidance and standards. Accommodation and catering requirements will be included at the venue for BMKFA delegates and Instructors. As part of the contract package, Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service will provide Instructors to the Fire Service College to utilise for up to 300 days a year to support the delivery and development of the Fire Service College courses. Each day will generate a training credit to be offset against the delivery costs of the contracting Authority's fire service annual training requirements. The Fire Service College will provide accommodation, provided for the night prior to any delivery, and catering provided on a full board basis to the Authority's Instructors. The level of facilities, equipment and venue must be appropriate to deliver the required scenarios to meet the current National Operational Guidance and standards, at one location and able to accommodate the opportunities for the further development of the Authority's Instructors whilst providing a flexible cost-effective collaborative solution. The contract will commence 01 June 2022 for a term of 3 years, with an option to extend a further 24 months at the discretion of the Contracting Authority/Provider. Additional information: Initial 36 month term has contract value of PS389,850 Total possible contract value estimated at PS649,750, allowing for a further 24 month optional extension

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35301b1d-654d-4b91-b3ac-10fc8ee41be8
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75251100 - Firefighting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£389,850 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£389,850 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
31 May 2022 - 31 May 2025 3-4 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
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE & MILTON KEYNES FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
AYLESBURY
Postcode
HP20 1BD
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Aylesbury East
Westminster Constituency
Aylesbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAPITA BUSINESS SERVICES LTD OPERATING AS THE FIRE SERVICE COLLE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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