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title: "Provision of an Aerial Ladder Platform"
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buyer: "EAST SUSSEX FIRE AUTHORITY"
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# Provision of an Aerial Ladder Platform

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX FIRE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4c248c9d-2608-4a6f-81ca-34f135ff8536

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## Summary

The East Sussex Fire Authority is currently conducting a tender process for the procurement of an Aerial Ladder Platform, intended to replace an existing vehicle. This opportunity falls under the category of "Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment" and is specifically classified as "Firefighting equipment". The tender is being conducted as a mini-competition under Lot 6 of the DS183-15 Framework Agreement for UK Fire and Rescue Emergency Response Vehicles, exclusively open to five approved suppliers. Key dates include the tender publication on 22nd October 2018, with the submission deadline set for 17th December 2018. The contract period is projected to commence on 11th February 2019 and conclude by 10th January 2020, with a total estimated value of £700,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the emergency services equipment industry, particularly those specialising in firefighting and rescue vehicles. Companies that meet the criteria of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as this procurement offers a chance to engage with the public sector and expand their portfolio. By successfully competing for this contract, businesses can enhance their visibility in the market and potentially secure future contracts with the fire authorities and related agencies.

## Notice

East Sussex Fire Authority on behalf of the East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service are seeking the provision of an Aerial Ladder Platform as a replacement for a current vehicle. This tender is being run as a mini-competition under Lot 6 of the DS183-15 Framework Agreement for UK Fire and Rescue Emergency Response Vehicles and is only open to the 5 approved suppliers on the Lot.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1822c48-5bce-4630-af9d-b4a82ccb08b7 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Dec 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 Feb 2019 - 10 Jan 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £700,000 |
| 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 | EAST SUSSEX FIRE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LEWES |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN7 2DZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Lewes Bridge |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 35100000 - Emergency and security equipment
- 35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment
- 35111000 - Firefighting equipment
- 35112000 - Rescue and emergency equipment

## Release History

- 22 Oct 2018 at 11:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1822c48-5bce-4630-af9d-b4a82ccb08b7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1822c48-5bce-4630-af9d-b4a82ccb08b7
  22nd October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=25949&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/39167
  User / Company

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