Tender

The Supply and Disposal of Firefighting Foam

ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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Tender

06 May 2025 at 18:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is seeking suppliers through an open tender procedure for the "Supply and Disposal of Firefighting Foam." This procurement process is classified under public authority sub-central government and involves two separate lots. Located in Rivenhall, in the region of UK East (UKH34), this tender process commenced on 6th May 2025 and is currently in the tender stage. Interested businesses should note the deadline for tender submissions is set for 5th June 2025, with an enquiry period closing on 23rd May 2025. The procurement value is estimated at £220,000 GBP, with contracts for supply and disposal to be fulfilled starting from 3rd November 2025.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the production, supply, or handling of firefighting materials. Companies capable of delivering high-quality firefighting foam and managing disposal processes are well-positioned to benefit. The tender is particularly suitable for SMEs, and suppliers can respond electronically through the Delta eSourcing service. Given the long-term contract period offered for the supply lot, with an initial five-year term extendable by another five years, businesses achieving a foothold could ensure a stable income stream through this tender. This opportunity is ideal for those with expertise in firefighting supplies and waste management, looking to expand or solidify their market presence within the public sector.

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Notice Title

The Supply and Disposal of Firefighting Foam

Notice Description

Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is conducting a procurement for the supply and disposal of firefighting foam, using the Open Procedure, in accordance with the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023. The contract will be divided into two lots: Lot 1: The Supply of Firefighting Foam Lot 2: The Disposal of Firefighting Foam The objective of this tender process is to appoint either one or two contractors for the supply and/or disposal of firefighting foam. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Rivenhall:-Fire-suppression-foam-or-similar-compounds./4UXUTR4D7X To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/4UXUTR4D7X

Lot Information

Supply of Firefighting Foam

Based on current risk within Essex County Fire and Rescue Service, the anticipated amount of foam required is 18,000 litres. The foam should be delivered in 1000 litre intermediate bulk containers (IBC) and top up stock will be required for each IBC used.

Renewal: The contract will run initially for 5 years with an option to extend for a further 5 years.

Disposal of Firefighting Foam

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is seeking to tender the disposal of its current 13,000 litre stock of AFFF firefighting foam.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050d80
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019247-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35111520 - Fire suppression foam or similar compounds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
contracts@essex-fire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01376576000

Buyer Location

Locality
RIVENHALL
Postcode
CM8 3HB
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
TLH3 Essex

Local Authority
Braintree
Electoral Ward
Silver End & Cressing
Westminster Constituency
Witham

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