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VMDS Mobile Gateway and AIUS - CPA/SPU/2606F

CHESHIRE FIRE AUTHORITY

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04 Jun 2025 at 13:57

Summary of the contracting process

The Cheshire Fire Authority has concluded a procurement process for the "VMDS Mobile Gateway and AIUS" project, involving Airbus software licences. This process falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems and is classified as a public authority sub-central government initiative. Located in Winsford, Cheshire, the buyer, Cheshire Fire Authority, executed this direct procurement without competition, as it was below the threshold. The procurement has progressed to the award and contract stages, with the contract already signed on 1st April 2025, commencing the provision period which is set to run until 31st October 2026. A key feature of the contract allows for termination with a three-month notice.

This procurement initiative provides a notable opportunity for businesses involved in software and information systems, particularly large-scale enterprises like Airbus Defence and Space Ltd, which would benefit from supplying licenced software solutions. The nature of the direct procurement, although limited in competition, presents opportunities for businesses experienced in providing specialised, tailored software solutions to collaborate and establish long-term partnerships with government bodies. Such contracts can facilitate business growth by securing steady revenue and enhancing reputation through public sector engagement.

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Notice Title

VMDS Mobile Gateway and AIUS - CPA/SPU/2606F

Notice Description

VMDS Mobile Gateway and AIUS - Airbus software licences

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052c86
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029934-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£160,054 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2025 - 31 Oct 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHESHIRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Jacqui Williams
Contact Email
jacqui.williams@cheshire.police.uk
Contact Phone
01606363016

Buyer Location

Locality
WINSFORD, CHESHIRE
Postcode
CW7 2FQ
Post Town
Crewe
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Winsford Over & Verdin
Westminster Constituency
Mid Cheshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AIRBUS DEFENCE AND SPACE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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