Planning

NFRS personal protective equipment (firekit)

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

24 May 2025 at 10:48

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council has announced the planning phase of a tender process for the procurement of personal protective equipment, specifically firekits for the Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS). Classified under safety equipment within the goods category, this procurement falls within the public authority - sub-central government sector. The potential contract, valued at £2,100,000 GBP, will be executed from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2031. The future notice date is set for 1st August 2025, indicating further updates in the timeline. The process is overseen by the council located in Norwich, UK, aligning with regulatory standards outlined in UK legislation 2023/54.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in safety equipment, particularly those equipped to supply durable and compliant fire protection gear. Companies experienced in serving governmental organisations or fire departments could leverage this contract to expand their market presence and enhance their offerings in the public sector. The upcoming procurement stage presents an avenue for such businesses to showcase their capabilities, secure a long-term contract, and foster business growth. Interested parties should prepare for the forthcoming tender announcement and ensure readiness to meet the contractual requirements stipulated by Norfolk County Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NFRS personal protective equipment (firekit)

Notice Description

Contract for the provision of NFRS personal protective equipment (firekit)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052595
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027286-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35113000 - Safety equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sourcingteam@norfolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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