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USAR Search Dog Vans

MERSEYSIDE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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19 Feb 2026 at 08:36

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority, involves a direct award for the acquisition of 17 USAR Search Dog Vans. Classed under specialist vehicles, this contract falls within the goods category and uses a limited procurement method under the CCS Framework RM6244. The contract is valued at £1,137,985.61 and was signed on 17 February 2026. Despite the direct award, the process aligns with legal frameworks and was conducted without prior publication due to its specific nature. The procurement location is within the UK, contributing to public order and safety initiatives.

This tender primarily presents growth opportunities for large automotive manufacturers focused on supplying specialised vehicles. The awarded supplier, Ford Motor Company Limited, exemplifies the type of business well-suited to meet such specific procurement needs. Businesses with expertise in manufacturing specialist vehicles tailored for emergency services can leverage similar opportunities to expand their product offerings and client base within the public sector. With the Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority prioritising reliable and specialised equipment, suppliers within these niches may anticipate future opportunities as public safety requirements evolve.

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Notice Title

USAR Search Dog Vans

Notice Description

Direct Award of 17 USAR Search Dog Vans under CCS Framework RM6244 for the provision of Purchase of Standard and Specialist Vehicles - Lot 2.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Direct Award of 17 USAR Search Dog Vans under CCS Framework RM6244 for the provision of Purchase of Standard and Specialist Vehicles - Lot 2.

Procurement Information

Direct Award via CCS Framework RM6244 for the provision of Purchase of Standard and Specialist Vehicles - Lot 2.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0657a1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015022-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34114000 - Specialist vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,137,985 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20266 days ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEYSIDE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementmfrs@merseyfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L30 4YD
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Netherton and Orrell
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FORD MOTOR

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