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title: "Refurbishment of Breathing Apparatus Training Facilities at Westlea, Chippenham and Salisbury Fire Stations"
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# Refurbishment of Breathing Apparatus Training Facilities at Westlea, Chippenham and Salisbury Fire Stations

Buyer: DORSET & WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0c8742a1-725b-43b9-b15e-77462a318db9

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## Summary

The Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority has completed a procurement process for the refurbishment of breathing apparatus training facilities at Westlea, Chippenham, and Salisbury Fire Stations. This open tender was initiated to enhance training capabilities, involving works such as painting, brickwork and concrete repairs, and specialist installations. The contract period commenced on 14 May 2018 and runs until 6 August 2018, with a total contract value of £305,000, which includes a minimum value of £280,000. The procurement was categorised under construction works for fire stations, specifically focusing on refurbishment activities in the South West of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in construction and refurbishment services. Businesses that excel in areas such as electrical works, specialist installing, and maintenance of safety systems would be particularly well-suited to compete in future tenders by the Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority. By staying informed and ready to participate in similar procurement processes, businesses can expand their market presence and secure valuable contracts in the public sector.

## Notice

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority ("The Authority") has a requirement for Refurbishment of Breathing Apparatus Training Facilities at the following Fire Stations: Westlea Chippenham Salisbury The Works will include painting and decorating, brickwork repairs and repointing, concrete repairs, asbestos encapsulation/removal (named specialist), electrical works, roof renewal works (named specialist), gas burner and piped smoke installation (named specialist), edge protection and CAT ladder installation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca07a204-a1b9-4a28-a80d-14e700642f8c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 13 May 2018 - 6 Aug 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £305,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £292,172 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DORSET & WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP1 3NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Salisbury St Francis & Stratford |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DOWDESWELL ESTATES BUILDING CONTRACTORS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45216121 - Fire station construction work
- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 16 May 2018 at 14:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca07a204-a1b9-4a28-a80d-14e700642f8c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca07a204-a1b9-4a28-a80d-14e700642f8c
  16th May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=22821&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/31617
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dwfire.org.uk

## Provenance

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