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title: "SIP (emergency 999 calls) for West Midlands Fire & Rescue Authority"
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# SIP (emergency 999 calls) for West Midlands Fire & Rescue Authority

Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS FIRE SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9604dd71-644d-4f9b-a342-7b32f0e2f3b9

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## Summary

The procurement process described involves the West Midlands Fire Service, which is seeking suppliers for SIP lines required for their command and control solution dedicated to emergency 999 calls. Classified under the industry categories of network interfaces, telecommunication, and communication systems, this procurement is occurring in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement reached the award stage on 16th September 2024, with a contract period commencing on 1st October 2024 and concluding on 30th September 2029. The procurement method used is a selective call-off from a framework agreement, and the total contract value is GBP 135,000.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in network interfaces and telecommunication equipment. Companies can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio in public sector projects, gain long-term financial stability from a multi-year agreement, and build a strong reference for future bids. Given the specific focus on emergency services, businesses equipped with robust, reliable, and innovative solutions in command and control communication systems will stand out. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, as they are highly suitable for this procurement. BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PLC has already been awarded the contract, highlighting the high standards expected from the suppliers.

## Notice

Sip lines required for command and control solution

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a680c6ec-660c-4d92-90e0-ad45a2c7d610 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £135,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £135,000 |
| 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 | WEST MIDLANDS FIRE SERVICE |
| 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 | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 30237110 - Network interfaces
- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 35711000 - Command, control, communication systems

## Release History

- 24 Oct 2024 at 17:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a680c6ec-660c-4d92-90e0-ad45a2c7d610

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a680c6ec-660c-4d92-90e0-ad45a2c7d610
  24th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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