Award

Wethersfield Training Centre Fire Container

ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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Award

11 Feb 2026 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Wethersfield Training Centre Fire Container" involved direct acquisition by the Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority, a public authority in the UK classified under sub-central government. This contract, focusing on the supply and installation of fire containers, falls under the services category and took place in Kelvedon, Essex, with relevant activities scheduled from 1 January to 31 March 2026. The procurement method utilised was below the threshold, proceeding without competition, emphasising a streamlined process suitable for urgent or specialised needs. This award, published on 11 February 2026, further cements its status as complete, marking the successful conclusion of the contracting period.

This tender provides substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in repair, maintenance, and installation services of metal containers, particularly SMEs like Crofton Engineering Limited, which successfully secured the contract. Companies with expertise in container services and related installation in the UK can find growth potential through such tailored and direct procurement processes, allowing them to expand their client base within public authorities. The contract, valued at £70,000 with a gross amount of £84,000, signifies the lucrative potential for suppliers offering high-quality, efficient solutions in partnership with governmental bodies.

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Notice Title

Wethersfield Training Centre Fire Container

Notice Description

Supply and Installation of fire containers at Wethersfield Training Centre To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1012593379

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064e3c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012557-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

44619000 - Other containers

50514000 - Repair and maintenance services of metal containers

51800000 - Installation services of metal containers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£70,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Dec 20251 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Rachel Cox
Contact Email
contracts@essex-fire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441376576000

Buyer Location

Locality
KELVEDON
Postcode
CM8 3HB
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Braintree
Electoral Ward
Silver End & Cressing
Westminster Constituency
Witham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CROFTON ENGINEERING

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