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Training Structures

DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY

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16 Jan 2026 at 14:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Training Structures," which involves the procurement of training structures along with associated groundworks and lighting. The procurement falls under the industry category of works, specifically site preparation, construction, and civil engineering work. The procurement process was conducted using a limited method, signifying below-threshold limited competition. The contract was awarded on 16th January 2026, with the project set to conclude by 30th September 2026. The location for the delivery of services includes various regions across the United Kingdom, such as UKK23 and UKK4.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, civil engineering, and building installation work. Companies with expertise in these areas, particularly SMEs like CROFTON ENGINEERING LIMITED—who successfully secured the contract—would be well-suited to compete for similar future opportunities. The project’s focus on comprehensive work, ranging from site preparation to building completion, offers a platform for businesses to demonstrate their capabilities, expand their portfolios, and establish a strong presence in the public sector procurement market.

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Notice Title

Training Structures

Notice Description

Procurement of training structures with associated groundworks and lighting

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0607ba
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003930-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45100000 - Site preparation work

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45300000 - Building installation work

45400000 - Building completion work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£387,500 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
16 Jan 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CROFTON ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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