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title: "Powered Flat-bottomed Craft"
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buyer: "DEVON AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY"
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# Powered Flat-bottomed Craft

Buyer: DEVON AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-58429c2d-4c6e-4f6e-b22e-ecd03a7be10e

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## Summary

The Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority has concluded the procurement process for "Powered Flat-bottomed Craft," appointing Safequip Ltd as the supplier. This contract, valued at £40,000, falls under the category of specialised boats and includes the provision of two powered flat-bottomed craft for rescue operations and search activities. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure and the contract period is set from 21st July 2020 to 20th July 2025. This award was published on 4th March 2021, with the tender period concluding on 25th February 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the maritime and rescue equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in the manufacturing and supply of boats and marine vehicles. Companies capable of providing unique, high-quality craft suitable for rescue operations, as well as those who can offer innovative solutions for emergency services, would be well-positioned to participate in future contracts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this procurement particularly relevant as the contracting authority encourages such participation.

## Notice

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority has appointed a single supplier to provide two Powered Flat-bottomed Craft, to be used for rescue and evaluation of persons/animals from areas of flooding and estuarial waters, search activities and supporting other agencies.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9468c68a-b93d-4fa3-834e-c2c6063bc99e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 25 Feb 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 20 Jul 2020 - 20 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £19,700 |
| 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 | SAFEQUIP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34521000 - Specialised boats
- 34522450 - Inflatable craft

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2021 at 17:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9468c68a-b93d-4fa3-834e-c2c6063bc99e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9468c68a-b93d-4fa3-834e-c2c6063bc99e
  4th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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