Award

Transit van purchase

ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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Award

20 Mar 2026 at 11:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority has completed the procurement process for the purchase of a transit van designed for the Essex County Fire and Rescue Service. This contract, identified by ocds-h6vhtk-067016, was awarded on 20th March 2026, with the contract period from 29th to 30th March 2026. The procurement was conducted through a selective procedure within a framework agreement, awarding Safeguard VP Ltd as the supplier. The procurement, classified under the 'goods' category, includes motor vehicle conversion services for emergency equipment, and focuses on delivery within the UKH3 region.

This tender presents noteworthy business growth opportunities for companies specialising in vehicle conversions and emergency equipment supply, effectively engaging in public authority procurement. Businesses within the SME segment, particularly those offering innovative vehicle solutions and conversion services, such as Safeguard VP Ltd, are well-positioned to compete for similar opportunities. By ensuring compliance with sub-central government procurement norms and leveraging existing frameworks, businesses can enhance their visibility and gain access to future contracts with public authorities.

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Notice Title

Transit van purchase

Notice Description

Contract award for a transit van, including conversion for Essex County Fire and Rescue Service use.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067016
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025647-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

42415320 - Equipment for emergency vehicles

50117100 - Motor vehicle conversion services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£37,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2026 30 days
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
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
RIVENHALL
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

SAFEGUARD VP

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