Face Fit Testing

ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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05 Jun 2026 at 07:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process under consideration involves the Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority, based in Rivenhall, United Kingdom. The tender, titled "Face Fit Testing," falls under the services category and pertains specifically to firefighting, rescue, and safety equipment. The contract was awarded on 24th April 2026, with the contract active from 27th April 2026 to 3rd August 2026. The procurement method used was "limited," indicating a below-threshold competition, which completed its cycle as of the award stage. The delivery location for services is in the UKH3 region, and the procurement followed the legal basis set out in the UKPGA 2023/54 legislation. The contract, valued at £65,520, is intended to enhance safety services within the region.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in safety and testing services, particularly those experienced in providing firefighting and rescue equipment solutions. Companies with a strong track record in servicing public authority contracts and capable of delivering within stringent timelines would find this tender most aligned with their capabilities. Although the competition was limited in scope, participating businesses like Arco Ltd, which have successfully secured the contract, demonstrate the potential for companies with the requisite expertise to grow their business in this sector. Businesses looking to expand into public sector safety services will find such contracts a stepping stone for long-term growth and partnership with governmental agencies.

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Notice Title

Face Fit Testing

Notice Description

Face Fit Testing Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ae2f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053100-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment

98390000 - Other services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£65,520 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
26 Apr 2026 - 3 Aug 2026 1-6 months
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

ARCO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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