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Purchase of fog spikes

ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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20 Mar 2026 at 11:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority involved the purchase of fog spikes under a limited competition procurement method. This contract falls under the industry category of firefighting, rescue, and safety equipment, specifically classified with the CPV code 35110000. The contract commenced on 10th December 2025, concluding on 5th January 2026, with the contract being signed on 9th December 2025. The procurement stage is complete, with Delta Fire from the United Kingdom fulfilling the role of supplier. The delivery location is set within the UKH3 region.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses dealing in firefighting, rescue, and safety equipment, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like Delta Fire, the successful supplier. With a gross contract value of £69,300, businesses skilled in producing specialised safety equipment will find this procurement type appealing. Sub-central government contracts such as this can serve as a strategic entry point for businesses looking to establish relationships within public sector authorities and expand their market presence. Businesses that are equipped to offer similar goods or innovative solutions in this category may find further opportunities in collaborating with public authorities across similar initiatives.

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Notice Title

Purchase of fog spikes

Notice Description

Contracts Details Notice for the purchase of Fog Spikes

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067027
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025687-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
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


CPV Codes

35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£57,750 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20253 months ago
Contract Period
10 Dec 2025 - 5 Jan 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
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Contact Phone
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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

DELTA FIRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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