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The Provision of Fire Safety Equipment-Gailarde Limited

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

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05 May 2026 at 10:55

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire pertains to the supply of fire safety equipment, specifically fire-retardant bedding, blankets, and rugs, awarded to Gailarde Limited. Based in Wellingborough, UK, the contracting authority falls under the sub-central government classification. The procurement method for this contract was direct, proceeding below threshold without competition, and a framework agreement was involved. The award phase has been completed, with the contract actively commencing on 5th May 2026, and running until 31st March 2029. This initiative is categorised under the 'goods' industry sector, primarily serving public safety needs in the Northamptonshire region.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in manufacturing or supplying fire protection equipment. Large-scale businesses like Gailarde Limited, which was awarded this contract, are well-suited to fulfil such procurement needs due to their capacity and infrastructure. Engaging in similar contracts allows businesses to establish a footprint in public safety sectors, demonstrating their capability to deliver specialised equipment to government bodies. Companies with expertise in innovative fire safety solutions could leverage such procurements to expand their market reach and build long-term relationships with public sector clients.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Fire Safety Equipment-Gailarde Limited

Notice Description

The Provision of Fire Safety Equipment-Gailarde Limited. Fire-retardant bedding, blankets and rugs.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069129
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040939-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

39525400 - Fire blankets

44480000 - Miscellaneous fire-protection equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN8 6GS
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Brickhill and Queensway
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GAILARDE

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