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Portable Firefighting Equipment

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

04 Dec 2025 at 12:38

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Tender

15 May 2025 at 14:56

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The South Wales Fire and Rescue Service has successfully completed the procurement process for supplying portable firefighting equipment, awarding the contract to Fire Safety Direct Ltd. The contract, with an estimated value of £50,000 GBP, commenced on 1st September 2025 and runs until 31st August 2028, with a potential extension. The procurement was conducted using an open method under Welsh devolved regulations, allowing below-threshold, open competition. The buying organisation operates out of Llantrisant, South Wales, serving multiple regions within the UK. The procurement focuses on goods within the firefighting equipment category, with a framework agreement method securing supply on an ad hoc basis. This strategic move ensures seamless support for their Hydrant and Extinguishers department to maintain operational efficiency.

This tender offers lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in firefighting equipment, particularly SMEs, as indicated in the procurement process. The awarded supplier, Fire Safety Direct Ltd, a SME located in Swansea, reflects the accessibility and competitiveness of the contract, ideal for businesses with capability in goods supply and logistics. Companies capable of delivering reliable firefighting equipment, managing supply chain dynamics, and ensuring environmental sustainability practices are well-suited to compete for similar tenders. The procurement not only prioritises financial considerations but also emphasises quality and sustainability, providing businesses with a chance to align their offerings with strategic and operational criteria needed by public authorities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Portable Firefighting Equipment

Notice Description

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (SWFRS) are looking for a supplier to supply portable firefighting equipment and recharges. Purchases made through the contract will be on an ad hoc basis, as and when required by our Hydrant and Extinguishers department.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Additional portable firefighting equipment that SWFRS require outside of those listed in the Pricing Schedule will also be made through the successful supplier.

Renewal: There is an option to extend the contract for a further 12 months at the sole discretion of SWFRS.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0514ad
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079715-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35111320 - Portable fire-extinguishers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Aug 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
South Wales 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
LLANTRISANT
Postcode
CF72 8LX
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Llantrisant and Talbot Green
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Fire Safety Direct Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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