--- title: "Rescue Boats for Training" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-32c775d4-fdd2-46a1-a476-c1012e763e08" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-32c775d4-fdd2-46a1-a476-c1012e763e08" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-32c775d4-fdd2-46a1-a476-c1012e763e08.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-32c775d4-fdd2-46a1-a476-c1012e763e08.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEVON AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY" published: "2021-04-12" --- # Rescue Boats for Training Buyer: DEVON AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-32c775d4-fdd2-46a1-a476-c1012e763e08 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-32c775d4-fdd2-46a1-a476-c1012e763e08) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-32c775d4-fdd2-46a1-a476-c1012e763e08.json) ## Summary The Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority is seeking suppliers for their "Rescue Boats for Training" project, classified under specialised boats within the security and fire-fighting equipment industry. The tender is currently in the active stage and will remain open until 25 May 2021. The requirement includes two inflatable rescue boats, one measuring between 3.8m and 4.2m in length and another 4.7m model. The estimated value of the procurement is between £15,000 and £25,000, with a contract period commencing on 21 June 2021 and concluding on 20 June 2024. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the manufacture and supply of inflatable boats, particularly those meeting industry-specific standards. Companies capable of producing robust, high-quality equipment for training exercises would find this tender particularly advantageous. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the tender allows for submissions on multiple lots, enabling greater competitive participation and the potential for business growth within the public sector. ## Notice Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority has identified that the rescue boats used for training require immediate replacement. The Authority requires one (1) inflatable rescue boat between 3.8m & 4.2m in length and one (1) 4.7m inflatable rescue boat. The rescue boats for training shall * be suitable and sufficiently robust to undertake prolonged and extensive training activities * be capable of meeting the requirements of the DEFRA Flood Rescue Concept of Operations * comply with the relevant clauses in the International Life-Saving Appliance Code 1998, Recreational Craft Regulations 2017 (Class C) and ISO 6185:2014 Inflatable boats - Part 3: Boats with a hull length less than 8 m with a motor rating of 15 kW and greater. Leisure craft will not be considered. The tender has been split into Lots. Lot 1 of the ITT relates to the an inflatable rescue boat between 3.8m and 4.2m in length and Lot 2 relates to the 4.7m inflatable rescue boat. Bidders may submit tenders for one or both Lots. Full details of the requirements and tender documentation can be obtained through EU-Supply Bluelight. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc95dd2a-77d1-4a8c-8c93-c95cb89b13f7 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Apr 2021 | | Submission deadline | 25 May 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 20 Jun 2021 - 20 Jun 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £25,000 | | 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 | DEVON AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY | | Locality | EXETER | | Post town | Exeter | | Postcode | EX3 0NW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC | | Local authority | East Devon | | Electoral ward | Clyst Valley | | Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 34521000 - Specialised boats - 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ## Release History - 12 Apr 2021 at 11:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc95dd2a-77d1-4a8c-8c93-c95cb89b13f7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc95dd2a-77d1-4a8c-8c93-c95cb89b13f7 12th April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=37480&B=BLUELIGHT Additional data - https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/30504 User / Company ## Notice URLs - http://www.dsfire.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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