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HMICFRS Consultancy

DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

22 Oct 2025 at 09:23

Tender

30 Sep 2025 at 11:20

Summary of the contracting process

The Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority, a sub-central government public authority located in Exeter, United Kingdom, has recently completed a procurement process for the provision of HMICFRS Consultancy services. The tender, identified as DSQ293-25, sought consultancy to assist with their 'People Improvement Plan' and prevention activity concerns outlined in the 2025 HMICFRS report, specifically focusing on Home Fire Safety Visits. The contract was awarded through an open, below-threshold competition to J K Associate Services Limited, a small and medium-sized enterprise based in Woking. The consultancy services are required intermittently between October 2025 and March 2026, with an estimated contract value of £120,000 including VAT. The period of the contract extends from 20 October 2025 to 19 April 2027, with potential for additional services within the maximum contract terms.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in management consultancy services, particularly those adept in implementing organisational improvement strategies. It is particularly suitable for SMEs looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector, especially in providing consultancy for governmental bodies focused on safety and preventative measures. Suppliers with capabilities in addressing specific operational challenges such as improving public safety practices would find this type of contract beneficial for growth and reputation enhancement within this niche sector. The tendering process's suitability criteria and emphasis on quality and price underscore the potential for businesses to showcase their expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality consultancy services.

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Notice Title

HMICFRS Consultancy

Notice Description

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority has awarded a contract for the provision of HMICFRS Consultancy. The consultancy support is required in relation to our 'People Improvement Plan' and the cause of concern on prevention activity, specifically Home Fire Safety Visits, in the 2025 HMICFRS report. It is estimated that 2-4 days per week (on average) between October and December 2025 will be required from the consultant. A further 20 days consultancy may be required between January and March 2026.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The Authority may require additional but related consultancy support in addition to what has been detailed within the Invitation to Tender. For the avoidance of doubt, any additional consultancy has been included in the maximum contract value of PS120,000.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a4cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067358-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
19 Oct 2025 - 19 Apr 2027 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
DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@dsfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX3 0NW
Post Town
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
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
East Devon
Electoral Ward
Clyst Valley
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

J K ASSOCIATE SERVICES

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