Planning

Software Solution for Prevention and Protection

COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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PlanningUpdate

11 Jul 2025 at 07:59

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

11 Jul 2025 at 07:56

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Authority for a project titled "Software Solution for Prevention and Protection". This falls under the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on electronic software solutions for Community Safety and Business Fire Safety activities. The procurement is at the planning stage, with all correspondence to be completed by 22nd August 2025. The project covers multiple regions within the United Kingdom, starting from 1st May 2026 with a contract period until 30th April 2031, and the possibility of renewal extending to 2034. The procurement method involves market engagement, as highlighted by the preliminary market engagement notice published on 11th July 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those involved in software development and support. It is well-suited for small and medium enterprises adept in providing comprehensive software solutions that enhance fire safety measures. Engaging in this procurement process offers growth potential for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio within public sector IT services, especially those capable of delivering innovation in safety and risk management solutions across various UK regions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Software Solution for Prevention and Protection

Notice Description

Electronic software solution that supports Community Safety activities (prevention), Business Fire Safety activities (protection), and the mangement of risk information.

Planning Information

All correspondence to go to procurement@ddfire.gov.uk. Please email and a document detailing requirements and a questionnaire will be issued.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055d48
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039114-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
22 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Tracy Ridley or Ashleigh Burnip
Contact Email
procurement@ddfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 1TW
Post Town
Durham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Belmont
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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