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THE PROVISION OF THE SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE FOR FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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02 Feb 2026 at 12:09

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, headquartered in Lichfield, UK, has awarded a contract for the provision of servicing and maintenance for firefighting equipment to Firemark Limited, a small-to-medium enterprise located in Bidgwater, UK. This contract, under the industry category of fire-fighting equipment and maintenance services, was signed on 29th January 2026 and covers the period from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2031, with the possibility of renewal for up to 24 additional months. The procurement process used a limited competition method, being a below-threshold tender, and the contract has been tagged as complete, with the award now active as of 2nd February 2026.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in fire safety equipment and maintenance services. Companies with capabilities in the supply and upkeep of firefighting apparatus, including extinguishers and fire blankets, may find similar contracts within this sector advantageous for growth. Additionally, businesses adept in providing digital solutions for maintenance portals could benefit from the framework's requirements. Participation in such public procurement opportunities enables firms to showcase their expertise in addressing the specific needs of government entities, facilitating credibility and expansion within the defence and public safety sectors.

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Notice Title

THE PROVISION OF THE SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE FOR FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT

Notice Description

CONTRACT FOR THE PROVISION OF THE SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE FOR FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT. The Authority has a requirement for the provision of the servicing and maintenance for fire fighting equipment. The Authority requires the Contractor to provide the following key user requirements: 1. Fire Extinguishers - In date and Serviceable, those out of scope to be replaced. 2. Fire Blankets - In date and Serviceable, those out of scope to be replaced. 3. Digital Portal 4. Annual inspection and servicing This is a framework agreement and therefore no business is guaranteed from the Authority. Cyber Security: The MoD has a duty to protect itself from Cyber threats and now we extend this to Suppliers we engage with. As an extension of the Government's Cyber Essentials Scheme the MoD, working together with Industry and other Government Departments, have developed a more robust Cyber Security Model, under the umbrella of the Defence Cyber Protection Partnership (DCPP). All prime contractors must have the cyber security controls specified in DEF Stan 05-138 (Cyber Security for Defence Suppliers), as appropriate to the cyber risk level specified in the contract. The Authority has determined the level of risk at Very Low (Reference: RAR-241126A09) as defined in DEF Stan 05-138. In order to do business with the MOD you must have the cyber security controls required as shown above.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06141a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008902-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

35111000 - Firefighting equipment

50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£84,988 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LICHFIELD
Postcode
WS14 9PY
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lichfield
Electoral Ward
Whittington & Streethay
Westminster Constituency
Tamworth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIREMARK

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