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title: "Method of Entry Equipment for West Midlands Fire Service"
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# Method of Entry Equipment for West Midlands Fire Service

Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS FIRE SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c5122050-9393-415f-9f7d-dc2db4793610

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the West Midlands Fire Service, which is seeking to purchase method of entry equipment intended for operational use in accessing dwellings during emergencies. This tender, titled "Method of Entry Equipment for West Midlands Fire Service," falls under the security, fire-fighting, police, and defence equipment industry category. The procurement is currently in the award stage, with the contract period starting on 12 February 2019 and concluding on 31 March 2019. The tender period for submissions closed on 17 October 2018, and there were two lots included: Lot 1 for power tools and Lot 3 for accessories, with a total contract value of £28,560.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to expand, particularly those specialising in security and fire-fighting equipment, especially SMEs that can supply power tools and accessories compatible with existing Makita systems. With the focus on providing critical operational tools to the fire service, suppliers with experience in safety equipment and related services would be well-suited to compete. Engaging with the West Midlands Fire Service could lead to increased visibility and partnerships within the public sector, fostering growth and enhancing the supplier's portfolio.

## Notice

The method of entry equipment is required by West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority for operational use and will be used to gain access to dwellings as and when required during operational duties: The equipment list has been split into 3 Lots, this request for quotation is for the following 2 lots: Lot 1 - Power tools Lot 3 - Accessories Please refer to Schedule 2 for full details of the specification. Please note goods supplied should complement our existing Makita standard battery management solution. The Authority currently utilises standard Makita desktop and vehicle chargers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/149e6d63-2ac4-4557-872d-66539d0e7565 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Request for Quotation (not advertised) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Mar 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Feb 2019 |
| Contract period | 12 Feb 2019 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,560 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | VIMPEX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

## Release History

- 18 Mar 2019 at 14:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/149e6d63-2ac4-4557-872d-66539d0e7565

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/149e6d63-2ac4-4557-872d-66539d0e7565
  18th March 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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