--- title: "Framework Agreement for the Inspection, Testing and Supply of Portable Fire Equipment." ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7a7993ac-ca62-43d2-b2ef-cf4a9279930a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7a7993ac-ca62-43d2-b2ef-cf4a9279930a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7a7993ac-ca62-43d2-b2ef-cf4a9279930a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7a7993ac-ca62-43d2-b2ef-cf4a9279930a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2024-08-16" --- # Framework Agreement for the Inspection, Testing and Supply of Portable Fire Equipment. Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7a7993ac-ca62-43d2-b2ef-cf4a9279930a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7a7993ac-ca62-43d2-b2ef-cf4a9279930a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7a7993ac-ca62-43d2-b2ef-cf4a9279930a.json) ## Summary Hampshire County Council is seeking qualified firms to tender for the inspection, testing, and supply of portable fire equipment under a framework agreement. This procurement, open to suitably experienced organisations, falls under the "Repair and maintenance services" industry category. Geographically, the contract will be serviced in the South East region of the United Kingdom. Currently at the tender stage, the process was initiated on 16th August 2024, with the deadline for submissions being 14:00 on 17th September 2024. The contract is scheduled to commence on 17th January 2025 and will last four years. This framework agreement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fire safety equipment and services to expand their market presence by securing a long-term public sector contract. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria. Companies benefiting from participating in this tender should have robust capabilities in the provision and maintenance of fire safety solutions and demonstrate their ability to meet the high standards required by the council. The open procedure procurement method ensures that any business that meets the qualification criteria can apply, providing a level playing field for all interested 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. Additional information: Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire. 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. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98ca94d2-6aa0-481d-ac33-7dacf433ed41 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Aug 2024 | | Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 Jan 2025 - 16 Jan 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £600,000 | | 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 | 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) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services ## Release History - 16 Aug 2024 at 09:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98ca94d2-6aa0-481d-ac33-7dacf433ed41 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98ca94d2-6aa0-481d-ac33-7dacf433ed41 16th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Hampshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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