Planning

NFRS aerial ladder platforms

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

24 May 2025 at 10:51

Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "NFRS aerial ladder platforms," aimed at providing specialised motor vehicles, specifically aerial ladder platforms, for the Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service. The procurement falls under the industry category of goods, with a total estimated value of £2,000,000. Located in Norwich, the contracting authority is a sub-central government public authority. The procurement process is set to advance with a planned contract period starting on 1st April 2028 and concluding on 31st March 2033. Interested parties should note a future notice date scheduled for 1st October 2026, indicating when more details and tenders submission procedures will be available.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacture and supply of special-purpose motor vehicles, particularly those with capabilities to deliver robust aerial ladder platforms. Companies with an established track record in providing firefighting equipment or those seeking to expand their portfolio into public sector contracts may find this a lucrative opportunity. Additionally, suppliers with innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and safety will be particularly well-placed to compete for this tender, supporting growth by aligning with public sector needs. Engaging in this contract can potentially bolster reputations and lead to further opportunities within government tenders.

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Notice Title

NFRS aerial ladder platforms

Notice Description

Contract for the provision of aerial ladder platforms for the Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052596
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027287-2025
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34144000 - Special-purpose motor vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £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 Oct 20268 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2028 - 31 Mar 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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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