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29 Jul 2026 at 11:17

Summary of the contracting process

The East Sussex Fire Authority has completed the procurement process for the supply of six battery-powered PPV fans, with the contract awarded through a direct procurement method. The process was carried out as a Constitutionally compliant waiver due to the total spend slightly exceeding the transparency threshold. This procurement falls under the industry category of firefighting, rescue, and safety equipment, with delivery taking place in the United Kingdom, particularly in the region UKJ. The tender initiation and award date was 29th July 2026, and the contract period is set from 17th August 2026 to 2nd October 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in producing or supplying firefighting and safety equipment, particularly those with capabilities in battery-powered technology. Vimpex Ltd, a large-scale supplier, has been awarded the contract, demonstrating the availability of growth opportunities for businesses of similar scale and expertise. Companies with innovative products that can enhance the operational capabilities of emergency services could find lucrative prospects by engaging in such procurement processes. Although this specific contract did not involve competition, being informed about similar opportunities can position businesses advantageously for future tenders.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Supply of 6 x Battery Powered PPV fans

Notice Description

Contract for 6 x battery powered PPV fans awarded after a Constitutionally compliant waiver process completed following identification that the total spend just exceeded the threshold for transparency publication under PA23. The fans selected have been trialled previously by ESFRS and are in use by neighbouring services ensuring better collaborative deployment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d652
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071650-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

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


CPV Codes

35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£27,580 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Aug 2026 - 2 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 2DZ
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIMPEX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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