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title: "Firefighting backpack sprayers"
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buyer: "DEVON AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY"
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# Firefighting backpack sprayers

Buyer: DEVON AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-35e1c200-3c29-4600-b0e5-14d49ca734ad

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority, which is seeking a single supplier for firefighting backpack sprayers. This tender, classified under the category of portable fire extinguishers (CPV code 35111320), is located in Exeter, South West England. The current stage of procurement is in the tender phase, which is set to conclude on 14th September 2020. The project has an estimated value of £10,000, with a minimum budget of £6,000. The contract period is scheduled to begin on 15th September and end on 16th September 2020.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the safety equipment and firefighting supplies sector, particularly those that specialise in portable extinguishing devices. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender appealing, as the authority encourages participation from such organisations. Companies that offer innovative solutions or scalable products designed for challenging environments would be well-suited to compete for this contract, enabling them to expand their reach within emergency services procurement.

## Notice

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority seeks to appoint a single supplier for Firefighting backpack sprayers which are to be used to extinguish small fires in locations where it is difficult to access with a Fire Appliance and may be used as part of a wider approach involving engine powered misting systems, bespoke Wildfire or All-Terrain Vehicles or Fire Appliances. The firefighting backpack sprayer shall be a backpack, constructed of flexible material, capable of carrying a minimum of 19 litres of water to a fire ground; fitted with a manual pump system and lance suitable to propel water, in either a jet or a mist, onto a fire and capable of being carried and fully operated by a single Firefighter. The firefighting backpack sprayer capable of being folded or rolled to minimise the stowage space on appliances.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0011975f-32d3-4deb-93bf-a26d33e29435 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Other - Other |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Sep 2020 - 16 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35111320 - Portable fire-extinguishers

## Release History

- 8 Sep 2020 at 11:13 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0011975f-32d3-4deb-93bf-a26d33e29435
- 11 Aug 2020 at 14:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0011975f-32d3-4deb-93bf-a26d33e29435

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0011975f-32d3-4deb-93bf-a26d33e29435
  8th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=34158&B=BLUELIGHT
  Details of the quotation and documentation can be obtained by expressing interest in the opportunity on EU-Supply Bluelight - click on the link above to access the opportunity.
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/30504
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dsfire.gov.uk

## Provenance

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