Award

Supply of Training Dummies

SOUTH WALES FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

07 Jul 2025 at 08:52

S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

17 Feb 2025 at 12:21

S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, in collaboration with the Mid & West Wales Fire and Rescue Authority, has successfully concluded the procurement process for the "Supply of Training Dummies," awarding the contract to Ruth Lee Limited. This contract, focusing on the provision of emergency training dolls, highlights the industry's commitment to improving fire training exercises. Located in Llantrisant, the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service spearheaded this tender under the "goods" category within the CPV classification 35112100. The procurement process was initiated through an open methodology allowing suppliers to engage fully. The award was finalised on 28 March 2025, with an active contract stretching over three years and the possibility of a 12-month extension.

This procurement opportunity provides a platform for businesses specialising in safety equipment, particularly those manufacturing training aids like dummies, to showcase and expand their offerings. Companies capable of producing durable and compliant training products are well-suited for such contracts. By responding to opportunities within the emergency services sector, these businesses can establish themselves as key suppliers, thereby enhancing their market presence and contributing to innovative safety practices. The collaborative approach with other rescue authorities further enables potential suppliers to cater to a broader spectrum of similar procurement needs in the future.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Training Dummies

Notice Description

In collaboration with Mid & West Wales Fire and Rescue Authority (MWWFRA), South Wales Fire & Rescue Service (SWFRS) were seeking a provider to supply Training Dummies. A contract has been put in place for a period of 3 years, with an option to extend for an additional 12 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-148206
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=148206
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35112100 - Emergency training dolls

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Mar 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH WALES FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LLANTRISANT
Postcode
CF72 8LX
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Llantrisant and Talbot Green
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RUTH LEE

Further Information

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