2026- Inspection and Testing of Roof Lines, Anchor, Abseiling, flagpoles and Fixed Ladders

DORSET & WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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Tender

18 Jun 2026 at 13:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority is soliciting tenders for the "2026- Inspection and Testing of Roof Lines, Anchor, Abseiling, Flagpoles and Fixed Ladders" project. This process, currently in the tender stage, seeks services within the categories of firefighting, rescue, safety equipment, and technical inspections. The open competition tender is valued at GBP 120,000. Located at the Service Headquarters in Salisbury, the procurement method is 'Below threshold - open competition.' Submissions must be made through the In-Tend Bluelight e-Tendering Portal by 10th July 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 14th August 2026, with potential for a one-year extension, concluding in August 2029 or possibly extending to August 2030.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in safety equipment and technical inspection services, providing a stable three-year (or potentially four-year) engagement with a major public authority. Companies experienced in providing high-quality inspection and health and safety services, particularly those familiar with public sector procurement processes, are encouraged to apply. The award will favour bids with a robust combination of cost-effectiveness, quality, and social value, making this an appealing prospect for businesses looking to expand their operations within the public safety and infrastructure sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

2026- Inspection and Testing of Roof Lines, Anchor, Abseiling, flagpoles and Fixed Ladders

Notice Description

The provision of Inspection and Testing of Roof Lines, Anchor, Abseiling, Flagpoles and Fixed Ladders across the Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service Estate.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option to extend for an additional 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b822
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057595-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment

35113000 - Safety equipment

71317200 - Health and safety services

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Aug 2026 - 13 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DORSET & WILTSHIRE 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
SALISBURY
Postcode
SP1 3NR
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Salisbury St Francis & Stratford
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Further Information

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