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Coach Build of 4X4 Water Rescue Vehicle

Royal Berkshire Fire Authority

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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11 Jun 2026 at 14:08

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27 Nov 2025 at 14:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the Royal Berkshire Fire Authority, involved the acquisition of specialised rescue vehicles. The most recent contract, completed in June 2026, focused on the coach build of a 4x4 Water Rescue Vehicle. This procurement in Reading, United Kingdom, falls under the industry category of vehicle conversion and reconditioning services, employing a limited competition method due to the unique requirements of the vehicle. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract awarded to CoTrim, a company based in Salisbury, known for providing cost-effective and tailored vehicle solutions. The contract period was from 1st to 12th June 2026, with a gross value of £56,034.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses capable of delivering specialised vehicle construction and modification services. Companies offering bespoke solutions for emergency service vehicles, particularly SMEs, could benefit from similar projects due to the niche expertise required and the limited availability of such vehicles. This contract highlights the potential for businesses experienced in the fast-paced and competitive arena of specialised vehicle manufacturing and conversion, opening doors for growth by aligning capabilities with niche procurement needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Coach Build of 4X4 Water Rescue Vehicle

Notice Description

The Authority needed a second-hand vehicle to meet the requirement for a Water Rescue Vehicle. The vehicle's requirements mean it requires a special build and is very hard to come by, with a long lead time. CoTrim submitted the lowest-priced quotation and was considered the most advantageous option. CoTrim met the Authority's specifications and provided the best price. The waiver is for the coach build of the original 4x4 vehicle purchased for Water Rescue. The special requirements of the coach-build include a bulkhead, crew lining, cargo lining, power, internal lighting, emergency lighting, and CCTV around the vehicle. The other requirements include side access, seats and covers, roof vent, rear step and towbar, which are normal in a van. The van will be painted red in line with Fire Rescue Vehicle colours. As a result of Co-Trim owning the vehicle and releasing it after modification, the supply or service is unique to a single supplier such as proprietary or patented goods and is deemed necessary due to the requirements of operational alignment and there is no satisfactory alternative.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ea30
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055252-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

34114110 - Rescue vehicles

50117000 - Vehicle conversion and reconditioning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£101,743 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Nov 20259 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 12 Jun 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Royal Berkshire Fire Authority
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
READING
Postcode
RG31 7SD
Postcode Area
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
West Berkshire
Electoral Ward
Tilehurst Birch Copse
Westminster Constituency
Reading West and Mid Berkshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Cotrim

Further Information

Notice Documents

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