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15 Jul 2026 at 12:44

Summary of the contracting process

The Business Services Organisation Procurement and Logistics Service, located in Belfast, United Kingdom, has initiated an open procurement process for supplying firefighting foam to the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS). The tender is titled "Firefighting Foam for NIFRS" and is divided into three lots, each focusing on different types of foam. This tender is active and falls under the goods category, with a total estimated value of £300,000 (net of VAT). The submission deadline is set for 18th August 2026, with an enquiry period closing on 11th August 2026. The procurement follows the Northern Irish devolved regulations and invites electronic submissions in English.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production or supply of firefighting materials, specifically those specialising in fire suppression foam or similar compounds. It is suitable for companies that can deliver products at competitive prices, adhering to the price criteria specified. The extensive contract period from September 2026 to August 2031 offers a stable revenue stream. Businesses with experience in dealing with public authorities or those looking to expand their market reach within Northern Ireland would find this contract particularly advantageous.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Firefighting Foam for NIFRS

Notice Description

Firefighting Foam for NIFRS for 3 Lots to cover all requirements for foam

Lot Information

Bulk Foam/ BAU Foam

Open top Storage tank over 30m in diameter containing liquid Hydrocarbon fuel or product similar physical properties - Type III application, Fuel Spillage On Roadway, not bunded Hydrocarbon / Alcohol / Polar Solvent

High Expansion Foam

Risks where High Expansion Foam is required

Compressed Air Foam Systems (CAFS) Foam

Foams Compatible with Compressed Air Foam Systems

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cbfb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066788-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35111200 - Firefighting materials

35111310 - Foam packages

35111520 - Fire suppression foam or similar compounds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2031 Over 5 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
BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT12 6HU
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Blackstaff
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Further Information

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