Tender

Drill/Training Tower Construction at West Denton Fire Station

TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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Tender

16 Jan 2026 at 09:35

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority is inviting bidders for the construction of a Drill/Training Tower at the West Denton Fire Station. This tender falls under the construction industry category, specifically aimed at fire station construction work. Located in Tyne and Wear, UK, the procurement is currently at the Tender stage and will close on 16 February 2026, with an enquiry period concluding on 11 February 2026. This is an open competition for works, carried out under the legal framework of the UK Public Contracts Regulations. The procurement process is below the threshold, allowing for a broader range of competitive bids.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses with expertise in constructing training facilities and firefighting structures. Successful participation can enhance a company's portfolio in the public safety construction sector. Ideal candidates are contractors with proven technical knowledge and a history of delivering projects that meet rigorous standards. Such businesses can leverage this project to expand their footprint in government infrastructure projects and potentially secure further contracts within the public sector. The structure’s requirements necessitate a contractor capable of ensuring high-quality deliverables, with an emphasis on both price and quality, weighted at 20% and 80% respectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Drill/Training Tower Construction at West Denton Fire Station

Notice Description

TWFRA ('the Authority') is the publicly accountable body that oversees the policy and service delivery of Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service ('the Service') on behalf of the community. The Service successfully leads the operational delivery of fire and rescue services such as public protection, fire and other emergency prevention, operational response and resilience. Our stations, staff and appliances are strategically placed across Tyne and Wear to ensure efficient and effective response to fires and other emergencies. Appliances work across station areas and can be mobilised whilst away from their home station. We also have robust arrangements with neighbouring services to enable additional support during major emergencies. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service require a Training Tower to support realistic and effective firefighter training. This facility is essential for maintaining operational readiness and ensuring crews can develop and sustain the skills needed for safe and efficient emergency response. To deliver this critical infrastructure, TWFRS is seeking a suitably qualified contractor with the necessary technical knowledge, expertise, and a proven track record in constructing firefighting training towers. The contractor must be capable of delivering a structure that meets the required specification and complies with all relevant standards and best practices.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060739
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003723-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45216121 - Fire station construction work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@twfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TYNE AND WEAR,
Postcode
SR5 3QY
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Washington North
Westminster Constituency
Washington and Gateshead South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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