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title: "Framework Agreement for Respiratory Protective Equipment and associated services"
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# Framework Agreement for Respiratory Protective Equipment and associated services

Buyer: DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c15a3c42-35dc-4d01-9fd7-9adfc585a388

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## Summary

The Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is conducting a public procurement process for a Framework Agreement for Respiratory Protective Equipment and associated services. This procurement, categorised under breathing apparatus for firefighting, is based in multiple regions across the United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period having ended on 24 October 2016, and the contract set to commence on 1 March 2017 for an initial duration of four years, with possible extensions not exceeding six years in total.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of respiratory protective equipment, particularly those with capabilities in producing self-contained breathing apparatus, cylinders, integrated communication systems, and related maintenance services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in this sector are encouraged to participate, as they may offer competitive advantages in innovation and responsiveness. Engaging in this procurement process could foster partnerships and expansion for companies aiming to support emergency services across the UK.

## Notice

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service (on behalf of the Chief Fire Officers Association, RespiratoryProtective Equipment Group) is lead for the procurement project to implement a Framework Agreement forRespiratory Protective Equipment and associated services to commence on 1.3.2017. The Framework Agreement has been let in seven Lots: Lot 1 Self-contained breathing apparatus, with ancillaries, Lot 2 Cylinders with ancillaries, Lot 3 Integrated Communications systems, Lot 4 Telemetry, Lot 5 Maintenance services, Lot 6 Provision of consumables, parts and spares, Lot 7 Other respiratory protective equipment and services. Additional information: The initial term for this Framework Agreement is 48 months (4 years). The Authority may extend the Framework Agreement for a further period or periods not exceeding six years in total. The Framework Agreement is open to access by Participating Services and Participating Customers, including their trading arms and community interest companies; their successor authorities; and their nominated agents. Participating Services and Participating Customers are listed on the OJEU Contract Notice and Invitation to Tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/827126d4-047b-45e4-a431-4ed5f0f24e92 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Oct 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jan 2017 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2017 - 28 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1 |
| 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 | DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX3 0NW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | East Devon |
| Electoral ward | Clyst Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | DRAEGER SAFETY; INTERSPIRO; SCOTT HEALTH & SAFETY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35111100 - Breathing apparatus for firefighting

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2017 at 15:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/827126d4-047b-45e4-a431-4ed5f0f24e92

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/827126d4-047b-45e4-a431-4ed5f0f24e92
  16th January 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2b76f65c-8577-468a-95a5-051e477c6e35
  Contract Notice 2016-OJS181-324512-en
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1093ed60-3a19-44fa-8c9e-4e24e253f2a2
  Contract Award Notice

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