Tender

Purchase of Forklift Trucks

SOUTH WALES FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE

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Tender

20 Feb 2025 at 14:23

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

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (SWFRS) is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of two Counterbalance Forklift Trucks. The procurement is open under an open procedure, inviting quality contractors to submit bids. The tender is classified under the goods category, specifically focusing on forklift trucks (CPV: 42415110). The procurement requires one diesel-powered forklift and one battery-powered forklift for different operational settings at their headquarters in Llantrisant, postcode CF72 8LX. The tender process began on 20th February 2025, with a submission deadline set for 12th March 2025, and awards expected to be announced by 27th March 2025.

This tender offers an excellent opportunity for suppliers of industrial vehicles, especially those specialising in material handling equipment, to secure a contract with a significant public sector organisation. Businesses that offer robust, reliable forklift trucks with a proven track record of performance and safety standards will be well-suited to compete. SMEs with expertise in customising forklift solutions for specific needs, such as different power sources and operational environments, can leverage this tender to grow their business and establish a strong relationship with a vital emergency service organisation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of Forklift Trucks

Notice Description

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (SWFRS) is seeking a quality contractor to provide 2 Counterbalance forklift trucks.Counterbalance Forklift trucks consisting of:* 1 Diesel Powered Counterbalance forklift truck, to be used inside a large well-ventilated workshop and outside in a large tarmac yard.* 1 Battery powered Counterbalance Forklift Truck, to be used inside a confined stores department with a turning radius no greater than 1800mm, and outside for the purpose of unloading goods from vehicles.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=148367.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. (WA Ref:148367)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-148367
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=148367
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender 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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42415110 - Forklift trucks

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
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
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH WALES FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE
Contact Name
Julie Snooks
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 1443232082

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

Further Information

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