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title: "Metro Train Scenario Re-Development"
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# Metro Train Scenario Re-Development

Buyer: TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9a3d7f64-c7e8-468d-8d49-810959588f7d

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## Summary

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service has initiated the "Metro Train Scenario Re-Development" project to upgrade its train scenario training facility at the BTC in Sunderland, under the Construction work category. This procurement, now in the Award stage, involves adapting infrastructure to accommodate a decommissioned metro train provided by NEXXUS. The work is valued at £277,008, awarded under the Sunderland City Council Minor Works framework, Lot 40. The contract period runs from 2 April 2025 to 31 August 2025.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in general building works and construction. The chosen procurement method was selective, calling off from a framework agreement, suited for SMEs. ACT Construction has been awarded this contract, indicating potential for collaboration and subcontracting opportunities within the North East region. Businesses in construction and building works can benefit from such engagements, fostering growth and expanding their service offerings in public procurement contracts.

## Notice

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority has been presented with an opportunity to upgrade its train scenario training facility at the BTC. NEXXUS has provided the service with a decommissioned metro train to enhance the training facility to mirror potential fire scenarios. To accommodate the new vehicle, the infrastructure needs to be upgraded, and appropriate adaptations made to the current facility. Sunderland City Council Minor Works framework, Lot 40, for general building works was utilised for this award. Additional information: Sunderland City Council Minor Works framework, Lot 40, for general building works was utilised for this award.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e8422ea-18b1-4d6f-9e21-45ed3da56689 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| 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 | 15 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £277,008 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £277,008 |
| 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 | TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR5 3QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Washington North |
| Westminster constituency | Washington and Gateshead South |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ACT CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2025 at 13:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e8422ea-18b1-4d6f-9e21-45ed3da56689

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e8422ea-18b1-4d6f-9e21-45ed3da56689
  15th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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