Provision of Emergency Vehicle Conversion (999 Install) for FDO Lease Vehicles

ROYAL BERKSHIRE FIRE AUTHORITY

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16 Jun 2026 at 10:24

Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Berkshire Fire Authority has completed a procurement process for the "Provision of Emergency Vehicle Conversion (999 Install) for FDO Lease Vehicles," focusing on the goods industry with the specific category being "equipment for emergency vehicles." This procurement, located in Reading, UK (postcode RG31 7SD), was part of the Authority's effort to enhance its operational response capabilities through the installation of critical emergency components in lease vehicles. The contract, active from 9th June 2026 to 31st May 2027, was awarded to HALLS ELECTRICAL LTD. The procurement method employed was limited competition, particularly below the threshold, indicating a selective and targeted approach to vendor selection.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle conversion and emergency equipment installation. Companies with experience in quick turnaround installations, particularly in the automotive and electronics sectors, would find themselves well positioned to compete for similar contracts. Such projects can facilitate business growth by fostering partnerships with public safety organisations and building a reputable portfolio in emergency equipment provision. SMEs with a focus on bespoke or rapid deployment solutions would particularly benefit, given the contract’s emphasis on efficient service delivery within short timelines.

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Notice Title

Provision of Emergency Vehicle Conversion (999 Install) for FDO Lease Vehicles

Notice Description

The Authority requires the provision of specialist emergency vehicle conversion services ("blue light installation") for Flexi Duty Officer (FDO) lease vehicles to support operational response and service delivery. The required conversion includes the installation of emergency lighting systems, sirens, communication equipment, and associated components to ensure vehicles are fully compliant and operational for emergency response duties. Due to the nature of the vehicle supply arrangement via Lex Autolease, there is typically a short lead time of approximately 2-3 weeks between notification of vehicle availability and collection. As such, there is a critical requirement for timely and efficient installation to ensure vehicles can be deployed into operational service without delay. To meet this requirement, the Authority has undertaken a quotation exercise and obtained pricing from three suppliers capable of delivering the required installation services. The procurement of these services will ensure the Authority maintains operational capability, supports business continuity, and enables the continued delivery of emergency response functions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b5b7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056534-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42415320 - Equipment for emergency vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£54,247 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
8 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

HALLS ELECTRICAL

Further Information

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