Planning

Fairweather Green Fire Station Refurbishment

WEST YORKSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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Planning

28 Apr 2026 at 10:54

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority is planning the procurement process for the refurbishment of the Fairweather Green Fire Station located in Bradford. This project falls under the works category, specifically focusing on overhaul and refurbishment work. The tender is expected to be issued on 11 May 2026 with a closing date of 12 June 2026 and a contract start date of 10 August 2026. The project is set to be completed by December 2027. Suppliers are advised to express their interest by 8 May 2026. The contract's estimated value ranges from £850,000 to £1,200,000 and aims to implement sustainable technology and significant architectural changes.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in mechanical and electrical overhaul, sustainable technology implementation, and construction. SMEs are particularly encouraged to apply, as the contract is deemed suitable for small to medium-sized enterprises. The refurbishment includes essential updates such as lighting, fire alarm, and heating renewals, along with extensive structural changes to accommodate modern facilities. Detailed specifications will be available in official tender documents, and suppliers are invited to engage in preliminary discussions and register interest on the 'In-tend' e-procurement platform.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fairweather Green Fire Station Refurbishment

Notice Description

WYFRS would like to invite contractors to submit a tender for the refurbishment of Fairweather Green Fire Station, which is located at 1003 Thornton Road, Bradford BD8 0EH. The refurbishment will include full mechanical and electrical overhaul including full rewire, lighting renewal, fire alarm/PA/turnout renewals, heating renewals and implementation of sustainable/green technology. A full reroof is required, along with full window and door renewal and internal architectural layout alterations to provide single occupancy unisex dormitories and WC/Shower units across both floors. A detailed scope of works can be found within the tender package.

Planning Information

The tender is expected to be issued on 11/05/2026, with a closing date of 12/06/2026 and a contract start date of 10/08/2026. The contract term will last a minimum of 2 years, with completion of the works expected by December 2027. The estimated cost for the contract is between £850,000 and £1,200,000. Suppliers interested in participating are invited to email their expression of interest to tenders@westyorksfire.gov.uk by 08/05/2026, and if possible, provide the following information: • Main contact name, email, and phone number for follow-up communication. • Any frameworks you are currently associated with. • Confirmation of your ability to bid within the specified time frame and your capacity to deliver the contract over the full term, including implementation by September 2026. • A link to your website. • Any additional comments or feedback based on the information provided. Please note that this request for information (RFI) is not a call for competition. Further details will be made available in the official tender documents upon publication. WYFRS reserve the right to discuss requirements with any supplier beyond this initial notice before any competitive tender process is undertaken. We also recommend that you register with the West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service's E-Procurement system, 'In-tend,' at the following link: https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068c86
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038478-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 May 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Aug 2026 - 28 Dec 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST YORKSHIRE 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
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD11 2DY
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Kirklees
Electoral Ward
Birstall and Birkenshaw
Westminster Constituency
Spen Valley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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