Tender

Supply, Installation and Training for P50 Fire Extinguishers & Disposal of Steel Extinguishers

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

27 Oct 2025 at 15:12

Summary of the contracting process

Hampshire County Council has initiated an open procurement process for the supply, installation, and training for P50 fire extinguishers, alongside the disposal of traditional steel extinguishers. This tender, under the title "Supply, Installation and Training for P50 Fire Extinguishers & Disposal of Steel Extinguishers," seeks to establish a framework agreement primarily benefiting the estates of Hampshire County Council and Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Services, with potential utilisation by other regional authorities. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 28th November 2025. The project, estimated at a gross value of £780,000,000, falls under the industry category of "Fire extinguishers" and covers regions across the United Kingdom. The framework aims to enhance sustainability and cost-effectiveness with composite P50 extinguishers, offering an initial contract period from 12th January 2026 to 11th January 2030.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in fire safety equipment and training services, particularly those capable of integrating new technologies with established systems. The framework is designed to favour competitive pricing, as it offers a ranking system based on cost-efficiency, allowing up to five suppliers to participate. Given its broad scope and potential regional reach, companies with a strong footprint in the UK market, or those looking to expand their presence, will find advantageous prospects. Additionally, the focus on innovative, low-maintenance extinguishers encourages participation from businesses offering sustainable solutions and services, aligning with the market’s evolving demands.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply, Installation and Training for P50 Fire Extinguishers & Disposal of Steel Extinguishers

Notice Description

Hampshire County Council (HCC) is looking to establish a framework agreement for the supply, installation, training, and disposal of P50 fire extinguishers, including the disposal of traditional steel extinguishers. This framework will primarily support the estates of Hampshire County Council and Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Services, but will also be available for use by other contracting authorities. These may include local authorities across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, as well as schools, academies, colleges, and third sector organisations operating within the region. Traditional steel fire extinguishers have long been the standard means of first response fire protection. However, these extinguishers require regular servicing by certified engineers, involve on-going maintenance costs, and contribute to environmental waste at the end of their service life due to their steel construction and pressurised contents. The P50 extinguisher range offers a more cost-effective alternative, manufactured from composite materials that are corrosion-resistant, require no discharge testing or refilling for up to 10 years, and can be visually inspected by trained staff on-site. This significantly reduces maintenance costs, environmental impact and operational disruptions. Through this framework, the Authority aims to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and long-term cost-effectiveness across its estate and those of other partner organisations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d462
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068625-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35111300 - Fire extinguishers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£650,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£650,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 20253 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 11 Jan 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Rebecca Downard
Contact Email
procurement.support@hants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8UJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

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