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title: "Descenders"
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# Descenders

Buyer: DEVON AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-529a21d0-8d78-45c3-a4a6-a344360fff8f

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## Summary

The Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority has awarded a contract titled "Descenders" for the procurement of Safe Working at Heights PPE, specifically for industrial descenders used by rope rescue teams. This item falls under the category of Rescue and Emergency Equipment (CPV code: 35112000). The procurement method employed was an open procedure, and the award was made on 19th October 2020. The contract is active until 21st October 2024, with a contract value of £19,200. The procurement involved thorough planning and competition, ensuring the best suppliers were considered for this critical safety equipment.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the manufacturing and supply of emergency rescue equipment, particularly those focusing on personal protective equipment (PPE). Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), especially those that specialise in innovative safety solutions and products compatible with rigorous rescue operations, would be well-positioned to compete. The contract's focus on safety and practicality in high-risk environments means that suppliers who can demonstrate compliance with stringent safety standards will likely attract interest from organisations within the public sector and emergency services.

## Notice

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority has completed a further competition from the West Midlands Ambulance Service Trust Framework Agreement for Safe Working at Heights PPE for the provision of industrial descenders for use by the four Level 3 rope rescue teams at Specialist Rescue Stations to conduct rescues from height, using techniques including team based lowering & hauling from top belay position, personal descending and ascending on a rope, controlled lowering of loads up to and including two person loads and stretcher borne casualties.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ebb615bc-14c9-40e6-8858-8aebca391e29 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 21 Oct 2020 - 21 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £19,200 |
| 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 | 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RIG SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35112000 - Rescue and emergency equipment

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2021 at 16:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ebb615bc-14c9-40e6-8858-8aebca391e29

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ebb615bc-14c9-40e6-8858-8aebca391e29
  4th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=34161&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/30504
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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