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title: "SMOKE ALARMS AND ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS FOR UK FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES"
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# SMOKE ALARMS AND ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS FOR UK FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES

Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-07e33c1a-c869-46e3-8bd5-22414b75a057

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## Summary

The West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority is initiating a procurement process for a multi-supplier framework agreement titled "Smoke Alarms and Associated Products for UK Fire and Rescue Services." This framework will support Fire and Rescue Services across the UK and is designed to supply a range of fire-detection and smoke-detection apparatus. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 14th February 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 1st June 2017 and extend until 31st May 2021, with an anticipated total value between £20,000,000 and £40,000,000.

This procurement process presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in manufacturing or supplying goods such as smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and associated customer support services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as the framework aims to accommodate a diverse range of suppliers. Engaging in this tender could allow businesses to secure a key position in the UK Fire and Rescue Services market, thereby contributing to business growth and visibility.

## Notice

West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority (the Authority) are establishing a framework agreement for the supply of Smoke Alarms and associated products for a period of four years. The framework could be accessed by all UK Fire and Rescue Services through direct call off orders. A directory listing potential Fire and Rescue customers can be located on the Chief Fire Officers Association (CFOA) homepage. To locate the directory please click on the following link http://www.cfoa.org.uk/frs?alpha FRS's can then be located through a postcode or region search or alphabetically. This multi-supplier Framework Agreement is for the supply of Smoke Alarms and Associate Products to include but not limited to stand alone smoke alarms, interlinked smoke alarms, vibrating pads and strobes for the hearing impaired, carbon monoxide and heat alarms and a customer support service. The framework is designed to meet the needs of Fire and Rescue Services for use in residential premises. The anticipated value of the supply of the framework could potentially be between PS20,000,000 and PS40,000,000 for the goods although the Authority cannot guarantee any business through the framework. Contract award is expected to be mid-April 2017 with a go live date of 1st June 2017

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b100e99b-366b-4f8f-837e-30abc660fd64 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2017 - 31 May 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST MIDLANDS FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B7 4HW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 31625100 - Fire-detection systems
- 38431200 - Smoke-detection apparatus

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2017 at 14:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b100e99b-366b-4f8f-837e-30abc660fd64

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b100e99b-366b-4f8f-837e-30abc660fd64
  16th January 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=18745&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/34952
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cfoa.org.uk/frs?alpha
- http://www.wmfs.net

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