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DS504-25 NFCC Framework for Respiratory Protective Equipment, associated equipment and services

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

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13 Mar 2026 at 11:22

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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10 Dec 2025 at 11:09

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

24 Sep 2025 at 17:11

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

22 Jul 2025 at 16:29

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority has successfully completed the procurement process for the National Framework for Respiratory Protective Equipment, associated equipment, and services. With the framework set to commence on 1st March 2026, it includes multiple lots such as self-contained breathing apparatus and integrated communication systems, among others. The framework is structured to cater to a wide array of public bodies across the UK including Fire and Rescue Services, NHS, and Police Forces. This open procedure framework has been planned to run for four years, with an option to extend by two years, depending upon market conditions. Notably, significant contractors involved are Draeger Safety UK Ltd, Interspiro Limited, and MSA (Britain) Ltd, highlighting a robust network of expertise in the safety equipment sector.

This procurement framework offers substantial business growth opportunities for suppliers in the firefighting, safety, and related service industries. SMEs and large enterprises alike can benefit from the open structure, allowing for a broad participation with no limits on suppliers per lot. Engaging with this framework can bolster a company's presence in government contracts, ensuring consistent business over a multi-year period. Additionally, the framework's provision for technical refresh and price stability could serve as a strategic advantage for companies driven by innovation and competitive pricing. Interested parties are encouraged to leverage this framework as a pathway for expansion and to showcase their capabilities in delivering high-quality safety equipment and associated services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DS504-25 NFCC Framework for Respiratory Protective Equipment, associated equipment and services

Notice Description

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service in conjunction with the National Fire Chiefs Council Respiratory Protective Equipment Group (NFCC RPE Group) and the NFCC Procurement Hub has led a procurement project to replace the existing Framework for Respiratory Protective Equipment, associated equipment and services. The new framework will enable named Contracting Authorities to procure Respiratory Protective Equipment, associated equipment and services. The Framework has been split into Lots: Lot 1 Self-contained breathing apparatus, with ancillaries Lot 2 Cylinders with ancillaries Lot 3 Integrated Communications systems Lot 4 Telemetry Lot 5 Maintenance services Lot 6 Provision of consumables, parts and spares Lot 7 Other respiratory protective equipment and services Self-contained breathing apparatus, with ancillaries The Framework is a closed framework for a period of 4 years. Due to the stability of the market, there is an option to extend the Framework by up to two years providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. No maximum number of suppliers per lot was applied.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Self-contained breathing apparatus, with ancillaries

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things * new entrants to the market * suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services * technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework * changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.

Lot 2

Cylinders with ancillaries

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things * new entrants to the market * suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services * technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework * changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.

Lot 3

Integrated Communications Systems

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things * new entrants to the market * suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services * technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework * changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.

Lot 4

Telemetry

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things * new entrants to the market * suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services * technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework * changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.

Lot 5

Maintenance services

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things * new entrants to the market * suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services * technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework * changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.

Lot 6

Parts, spares and consumables

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things * new entrants to the market * suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services * technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework * changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.

Lot 7

Other respiratory protective equipment and services

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things * new entrants to the market * suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services * technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework * changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.

Planning Information

Suppliers are invited to complete and submit a supplier consultation questionnaire. The questionnaire can be accessed via our e-tendering portal which is located at: https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home To access and submit a preliminary market engagement response, log-in to your Supplier account on the e-tendering portal. Locate the opportunity and click on 'View in Portal'. Then click 'Express Interest'. You should then be able to access and download the questionnaire document to complete. Upload your completed questionnaire via the same area in the e-tendering portal by the closing date and time. Suppliers can find guidance on using the e-tendering portal via: https://bluelightcommercial.police.uk/media/2284/sell2bluelight-in-tend-full-supplier-guide.pdf Closing date for responses: Wednesday 20 August 2025 at 11:00 hours GMT

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056420
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022847-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

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

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

32440000 - Telemetry and terminal equipment

32580000 - Data equipment

35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

35111100 - Breathing apparatus for firefighting

37412241 - Breathing apparatus for diving

44611110 - Compressed-air cylinders

44611200 - Breathing apparatus

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£135,700,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
£116,260,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
£116,260,000 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
5 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2030 4-5 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
Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX3 0NW
Postcode Area
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Devon
Electoral Ward
Clyst Valley
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

ARCO LIMITED

DRAEGER SAFETY UK LTD

Interspiro Limited

MSA (BRITAIN) LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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