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Purchase of Electrical Power Tools

ROYAL BERKSHIRE FIRE AUTHORITY

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02 Apr 2026 at 15:37

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Berkshire Fire Authority has recently awarded a contract for the purchase of electrical power tools and associated accessories, aimed at enhancing their operational capabilities. This procurement process, titled "Purchase of Electrical Power Tools," falls under the goods category and utilises a limited procurement method. Developed collaboratively with partner organisations such as the Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes Fire Authority and Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, the specification is standardised across the Thames Valley region, although each entity runs an independent procurement process. The contract, which has been awarded to Toolden Limited, commenced on 1st February 2026 and is set to run until 31st January 2028, with the option for a two-year extension. The total contract value is £60,000 with the potential to extend the reach of delivery across the UKJ11 region.

This procurement offers tangible growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in electrical machinery, apparatus, and related consumables. Companies that can supply high-quality power tools and associated accessories, particularly those that meet standardised operational specifications, would be well-suited to compete for such tenders. The award to Toolden Limited, an SME, highlights the inclusivity of the procurement process in granting access to smaller businesses. Participation in such contracts allows businesses to establish or enhance their reputation within the public sector, potentially leading to further opportunities with other public authorities and contributing to sustained business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of Electrical Power Tools

Notice Description

Royal Berkshire Fire Authority (the "Authority") intends to award a call-off contract for the provision of power tools and associated accessories required to support operational activities. The development of the specification for this requirement has been undertaken collaboratively across the Thames Valley, involving the Authority and its partner organisations: Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes Fire Authority (BMKA) and Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service (OFRS). While a standardised and jointly agreed specification has been established to promote consistency in operational delivery and equipment compatibility across the three Services, each Fire Authority is conducting its own procurement process independently. This approach allows all parties to benefit from aligned technical requirements while retaining the autonomy necessary to meet their respective governance, financial, and contractual obligations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067c4e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031127-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL BERKSHIRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
READING
Postcode
RG31 7SD
Post Town
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
West Berkshire
Electoral Ward
Tilehurst Birch Copse
Westminster Constituency
Reading West and Mid Berkshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TOOLDEN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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