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Photo Ionisations Detector (PID) & equipment

MERSEYSIDE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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26 Mar 2026 at 13:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves a direct award for the provision of Photo Ionisations Detector (PID) and equipment, managed under the framework agreement by the Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority. This contract falls under the goods category and pertains specifically to gas-detection equipment. The procurement process was completed without prior publication using a limited method, and it is linked to the West Midlands Fire Service's framework agreement for gas monitors and associated equipment. The procurement falls outside the typical directive scope and covers the region spanning the United Kingdom, with the awarded contract signed on 17th March 2026, valued at £78,775 GBP.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses dealing in fire safety and gas-detection technologies. Large-scale enterprises specialising in safety equipment, particularly those with experience in supplying fire services, are well-positioned to compete successfully for such contracts. With Life Safety Distribution GMBH already awarded the contract, companies aiming to grow within the UK safety equipment market can gain insights into contract demands and client expectations by analysing this procurement. The Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority as the regional authority is instrumental in facilitating procurement opportunities in public order and safety, providing a gateway for industry vendors eager to contribute innovative solutions in such essential domains.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Photo Ionisations Detector (PID) & equipment

Notice Description

Direct Award of Photo Ionisations Detector (PID) & equipment. West Midlands Fire Service - Framework Agreement for the Provision of: Gas Monitors and Associated Equipment Reference C5109 - Lot 4.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Direct Award of Photo Ionisations Detector (PID) & equipment. West Midlands Fire Service - Framework Agreement for the Provision of: Gas Monitors and Associated Equipment Reference C5109 - Lot 4.

Procurement Information

Direct Award via West Midlands Fire Service Framework Agreement for the Provision of: Gas Monitors and Associated Equipment Reference C5109 - Lot 4

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067521
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027927-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38431100 - Gas-detection apparatus

38543000 - Gas-detection equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£78,775 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEYSIDE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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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

LIFE SAFETY DISTRIBUTION

Further Information

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