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06 Aug 2026 at 09:08

Summary of the contracting process

Hampshire County Council is initiating a procurement process titled "Framework Agreement for the Inspection, Testing and Supply of Portable Fire Equipment," targeting the public services sector within the UK, specifically the region of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. This open procedure tender is in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 3rd September 2026. The framework agreement, scheduled to start on 1st October 2026 and end on 30th September 2029, aims to serve multiple local governing bodies and educational institutions in the area. The contract's estimated gross value is £324,000, and suppliers will be selected based on a lowest price cascade method.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in firefighting equipment and maintenance services. Firms capable of providing comprehensive inspections and maintenance of fire equipment with competitive pricing are best suited for this opportunity. The framework allows for up to five suppliers and involves direct engagement with various local authorities and service providers, offering a stable and recurring business prospect over the next three years. Additionally, the selection process is open to a broad range of businesses, permitting participation from different regions as long as they can meet the specified delivery requirements.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Inspection, Testing and Supply of Portable Fire Equipment

Notice Description

This project is a re-procurement exercise for Hampshire County Council wishes to establish a Framework Agreement for the Inspection, Testing and Supply of Portable Fire Equipment to Hampshire County Council (County Supplies). This project is a re-procurement exercise for CS24299 Framework Agreement for the Inspection, Testing and Supply of Portable Fire Equipment. This framework will primarily support the estates of Hampshire County Council and Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Services, but will also be available for use by other contracting authorities. These may include local authorities across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, as well as schools, academies, colleges, and third sector organisations operating within the region. After award of the Framework Agreement, the Contractors will be required to liaise directly with the Contracting Authority regarding any specific requirements. Full details of the requirement can be found in the Specification (Annex 1). Please refer to Hampshire County Council Terms and Conditions for Purchase Orders Terms and conditions for purchase orders | Business and economy | Hampshire County Council Full details of the requirement can be found in the Specification at Annex

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dd3b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074518-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

35111000 - Firefighting equipment

35111300 - Fire extinguishers

45343200 - Firefighting equipment installation work

45343220 - Fire-extinguishers installation work

50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£270,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£270,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 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
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8UJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

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