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title: "Detection, Identification & Monitoring (DIM) Equipment"
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# Detection, Identification & Monitoring (DIM) Equipment

Buyer: MERSEYSIDE FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0db39e4d-7398-4811-a2e9-3d2f231ba79b

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## Summary

Merseyside Fire & Rescue Authority has issued an open invitation to tender (ITT) for the supply of Alpha and Beta Radiological Detection Devices and Lateral Flow Assays. The procurement, titled "Detection, Identification & Monitoring (DIM) Equipment," is focused on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment and is intended to bolster the National Resilience Detection, Identification, and Monitoring capability. The contract carries an estimated value of £175,000 and will be delivered in England. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with the tender period closing on 3 April 2025, and the contract period spanning from 1 May 2025 to 30 April 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) involved in the development and supply of precision detection and monitoring equipment. Businesses with expertise in radiological detection and lateral flow assay technologies will find themselves well-positioned to compete. The open procedure below the threshold allows for straightforward participation, potentially leading to business growth and contributing to high-stakes national resilience efforts.

## Notice

This ITT is issued by Merseyside Fire & Rescue Authority ("the Authority") for the purpose of securing tenders for the supply of Alpha & Beta Radiological Detection Devices and Lateral Flow Assays. The devices will form part of the suite of National Resilience Detection, Identification and Monitoring (DIM) capability equipment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1480907c-c542-4cd2-aca8-1819b53f6f9e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £175,000 |
| 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 | MERSEYSIDE FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L30 4YD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton |
| Local authority | Sefton |
| Electoral ward | Netherton and Orrell |
| Westminster constituency | Bootle |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2025 at 16:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1480907c-c542-4cd2-aca8-1819b53f6f9e
- 19 Mar 2025 at 17:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5120386d-3623-429f-a684-fe2d8ad53d22
- 20 Feb 2025 at 19:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90a1358f-aad4-42b5-bda0-7f65ecb47974

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1480907c-c542-4cd2-aca8-1819b53f6f9e
  26th March 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5120386d-3623-429f-a684-fe2d8ad53d22
  19th March 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90a1358f-aad4-42b5-bda0-7f65ecb47974
  20th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=02513a25-c2ef-ef11-8134-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True
  Link to Opportunity

## Notice URLs

- https://www.merseyfire.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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