--- title: "FRAMEWORK FOR SMOKE ALARMS AND ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS (2025-29)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-628ed9fb-2414-4b08-aeeb-9d703f5514d1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-628ed9fb-2414-4b08-aeeb-9d703f5514d1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-628ed9fb-2414-4b08-aeeb-9d703f5514d1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-628ed9fb-2414-4b08-aeeb-9d703f5514d1.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST MIDLANDS FIRE & RESCUE" published: "2025-01-10" --- # FRAMEWORK FOR SMOKE ALARMS AND ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS (2025-29) Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS FIRE & RESCUE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-628ed9fb-2414-4b08-aeeb-9d703f5514d1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-628ed9fb-2414-4b08-aeeb-9d703f5514d1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-628ed9fb-2414-4b08-aeeb-9d703f5514d1.json) ## Summary West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority is inviting tenders for a framework agreement titled "FRAMEWORK FOR SMOKE ALARMS AND ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS (2025-29)". The procurement process is currently at the tender stage and uses the open procedure in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This framework is intended for the supply of smoke alarms and related products, including options for individuals with hearing impairments and carbon monoxide and heat alarms. The tender period ends on 26 February 2025, with contracts expected to start on 1 June 2025 and run until 31 May 2029. The procurement falls under the industry category of smoke-detection apparatus and covers a wide geographical area including the UK and several overseas territories. The estimated total value of the contract is £32 million. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, to expand their market presence by providing essential safety products to various fire and rescue services across the UK. Companies specialising in fire safety equipment, especially those adept at servicing both residential and specialised needs such as the hearing impaired, will find this framework particularly beneficial. By participating in this framework, suppliers can secure direct call-off orders from numerous fire and rescue services, fostering long-term business relationships and steady revenue streams. ## Notice West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority ("the Authority") is conducting this procurement using the Open Procedure in accordance with the requirements of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 for the purpose of procuring the Goods described in the Specifications. This multi-supplier Framework Agreement is for the supply of Smoke Alarms and Associated Products to include but not limited to stand alone smoke alarms, interlinked smoke alarms, vibrating pads and strobes for the hearing impaired, carbon monoxide and heat alarms and a customer support service. The framework is designed to meet the needs of UK Fire and Rescue Services for use in residential premises. Through the establishment of this framework agreement all UK FRS's will have the capability to place direct call off orders with the winning suppliers for these products. Additional information: To access the tender documentation please visit https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/publictenders Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee6f566f-c962-46bd-8767-750d0d420f44 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | 26 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jun 2025 - 31 May 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £32,000,000 | | 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 | WEST MIDLANDS FIRE & RESCUE | | Locality | BIRMINGHAM | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B7 4HW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Nechells | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38431200 - Smoke-detection apparatus ## Release History - 10 Jan 2025 at 12:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee6f566f-c962-46bd-8767-750d0d420f44 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee6f566f-c962-46bd-8767-750d0d420f44 10th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wmfs/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.wmfs.net - https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/publictenders ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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