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title: "Provision of USAR Training Rig Drill Tower"
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# Provision of USAR Training Rig Drill Tower

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE & MILTON KEYNES FIRE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2ce34c8b-55aa-4ce0-817b-a9b0560cbcfd

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## Summary

The Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes Fire Authority, acting on behalf of the Buckingham Fire and Rescue Service, has initiated a procurement process titled "Provision of USAR Training Rig Drill Tower." This project falls under the construction work for buildings related to emergency services category. The location for the works is Aylesbury Fire Station, situated at Stocklake, Aylesbury, Bucks HP20 1BD. The procurement is currently in the Award stage, with the contract awarded on 30 September 2021. The indicative contract value ranges from £120,000 to £140,000, and the works are expected to be completed by 31 March 2022. Site visits were conducted between 22 June and 02 July 2021, and all correspondence regarding this tender must be through the In-Tend e-tendering system.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction sector, especially those with capabilities in designing and building emergency service infrastructure. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the contract specifically allows for their involvement. Companies with expertise in fabrication, installation, and commissioning of training facilities will be particularly well-suited to compete for this project. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a contractor's portfolio and facilitate growth within the public service sector, as similar projects may arise in the future.

## Notice

Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes Fire Authority (BMKFA) on behalf of Buckingham Fire and Rescue Service (BFRS) are seeking to appoint a contractor to undertake the Design & Build, including fabrication, installation and commissioning of a new USAR Training Rig at Aylesbury Fire Station, Stocklake, Aylesbury, Bucks HP20 1BD together with the dismantling, removal and storage of the existing training tower, with the possibility of the existing rig being relocated elsewhere within the County of Buckinghamshire at a future date. This includes all groundworks, foundations, drainage, electrical and lightning protection installations. The contractor shall also be responsible for all transportation of materials and equipment to site and the removal of all materials from site. The new USAR Training Rig and Drill Tower will need to be installed and fully operational by the 31 March 2022. Please note that the indicative value of the contract is in the range of PS120,00 to PS140,000 Site visits are required between the dates of 22 June 2021 to 02 July 2021, and can be arranged by appointment only. Details are contained within the ITT document. Contract Award is expected to be September 2021 with completion of works by 31 March 2022 Full details of the requirement can be found in the Service Specification, and supporting tender documents which forms a Schedule to the Terms and Conditions. All correspondence relating to this tender must be via the In-Tend e-tendering system. To register interest and access the tender documents you will need to register on the In-Tend e-tendering portal and Opt In to the project ref: PRO-424. The link to the In-Tend portal is : https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bucksfire/aspx/Home Procurement Contact: Ronda Smith email: rondasmith@bucksfire.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a945bcf-bbc7-4797-8c36-9c37f5b81f0e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £140,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £169,245 |
| 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 | BUCKINGHAMSHIRE & MILTON KEYNES FIRE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | AYLESBURY |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP20 1BD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Aylesbury East |
| Westminster constituency | Aylesbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CROFTON ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45216120 - Construction work for buildings relating to emergency services

## Release History

- 3 Nov 2021 at 16:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a945bcf-bbc7-4797-8c36-9c37f5b81f0e
- 16 Jun 2021 at 15:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a508ac9e-11fc-47a8-bec8-016006b4cb15

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a945bcf-bbc7-4797-8c36-9c37f5b81f0e
  3rd November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a508ac9e-11fc-47a8-bec8-016006b4cb15
  16th June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bucksfire/aspx/Home

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