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title: "The Provision of Operational Contingency Crews (OCC)"
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# The Provision of Operational Contingency Crews (OCC)

Buyer: LONDON FIRE COMMISSIONER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7f76e1f4-ea3d-4177-a42c-563d605a7edf

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## Summary

The London Fire Commissioner is seeking to establish contractual arrangements for the Provision of Operational Contingency Crews (OCC) as a response to emergencies, including natural disasters and pandemics. This procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 16 August 2022. The service, classified under the CPV code for Fire-brigade and rescue services, aims to maintain the availability of up to twenty-seven appliances to ensure operational readiness. Contracts are expected to commence on 12 November 2022 and will run until 13 August 2028.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in emergency services and firefighting, particularly those equipped to handle large-scale personnel deployments. Companies offering robust operational support and contingency planning solutions will find themselves well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement can enable these businesses to expand their service offerings and enhance their reputations within the public sector, ultimately contributing to growth and innovation in their operations.

## Notice

The LFC has a need to secure contractual arrangements with a contractor for emergency fire cover in the event of such exceptional circumstances including those described below to enable it to discharge its core operational functions without the need to request military support. This Agreement will enable the LFC to put in place arrangements to allow the LFC to discharge its duties in the following (but not limited to) exceptional emergency circumstances: Natural Disaster; Terrorist event; Pandemic; Industrial action; or any other similar events. The LFC requires the provision of an Operational Contingency Crew Service ("OCC Service") sufficient to maintain the availability of up to twenty-seven Appliances within 35 days of notification (or the same number of crew spread over thirty-two appliances if requested by LFC).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64a8122e-a1d0-42c9-badf-e02ec635d8ff |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Aug 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Nov 2022 - 13 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | LONDON FIRE COMMISSIONER |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 0LL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | Borough & Bankside |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75250000 - Fire-brigade and rescue services
- 75251000 - Fire-brigade services
- 75251100 - Firefighting services

## Release History

- 5 Jul 2022 at 17:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64a8122e-a1d0-42c9-badf-e02ec635d8ff

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64a8122e-a1d0-42c9-badf-e02ec635d8ff
  5th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=49840&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/33133
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.london-fire.gov.uk

## Provenance

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