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title: "Framework Agreement for the Inspection, Testing and Supply of Portable Fire Equipment. - AWARD"
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# Framework Agreement for the Inspection, Testing and Supply of Portable Fire Equipment. - AWARD

Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-73aa958b-f124-43ff-9353-9ba36316a319

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## Summary

Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract for the "Framework Agreement for the Inspection, Testing and Supply of Portable Fire Equipment". This contract is classified under the "Repair and maintenance services" category (CPV: 50000000) and will be active from 17th January 2025 to 16th January 2029. The contract, valued at £600,000, has been awarded to Walker Fire UK Ltd. The framework agreement encompasses services within the South East region of the United Kingdom, specifically Hampshire (SO23 9NR). The procurement process utilised was an open procedure, and the tender stage commenced on 17th September 2024, marking the end of the tender period. The award date was 26th November 2024.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in fire safety equipment and services, particularly SMEs, to expand their operations and secure long-term work with a reputable local authority. Companies experienced in the inspection, testing, and supply of portable fire equipment will find this tender particularly suitable, allowing them to capitalise on the steady revenue stream and enhance their market presence in the public sector. The open procurement method ensures a transparent selection process, encouraging quality submissions from competent suppliers.

## Notice

Hampshire County Council invites applications from suitably experienced organisations who wish to be considered to tender for the Inspection, Testing and Supply of Portable Fire Equipment. The Framework will commence on 17th January 2025 and will be for a period of 4 years. Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire, and complete and submit the tender return document together with any supporting information requested by 14:00hrs on Tuesday 17th September 2024. How to obtain the Tender Documents The Tender documents can be accessed when logged into In-Tend by selecting 'View Details' on the relevant tender advert and clicking the 'Express Interest' tab. Once in the tender there are five tabs - 'Tender', 'ITT - documents', 'Correspondence', 'Clarifications' and 'History'. Select the 2nd tab (ITT - documents) where you will find useful information under 'Tender Details' continue to scroll down to the heading 'Tender Documents Received' where you will be able to view / download the documents. Please download all the documents and read very carefully. Opting In and Opting Out Please note you are required to 'Opt In' before you can access the 'My tender Return' to start populating your response. PLEASE NOTE you are required to 'Opt In' to view & complete the 2 Questionnaires for this project. The 'Opt Out' functionality will also be available throughout the duration of the tender process. Opting out will give you the option of declaring you no longer want to receive any further communication in relation to this tender along with the opportunity of providing comments and feedback for this decision. You can choose to 'Opt In' at any time during the tender process if you initially decided to 'Opt Out'. Further Guidance In addition, guidance on how to participate in a tender - download and upload documents / returns and if required, register your company (free of charge), can be found on the In-tend site under the 'Help' or 'Information for Suppliers' buttons. Receiving Notification Emails To ensure you receive email alerts and notifications from our system, please add the email domain '@in-tendorganiser.co.uk' to your Safe Senders list.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2fe1d49-e5bb-49f8-87e9-46ec2dfbe146 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 17 Jan 2025 - 16 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £650,000 |
| 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 | HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | HAMPSHIRE |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO23 9NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Winchester |
| Electoral ward | St Michael |
| Westminster constituency | Winchester |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WALKER FIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 26 Nov 2024 at 09:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2fe1d49-e5bb-49f8-87e9-46ec2dfbe146

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2fe1d49-e5bb-49f8-87e9-46ec2dfbe146
  26th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire

## Provenance

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