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title: "NATIONAL FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT FOR SMOKE ALARMS FOR ALL UK FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES"
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# NATIONAL FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT FOR SMOKE ALARMS FOR ALL UK FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES

Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d1053a16-b2ff-4ff3-ad32-27c432e3d664

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## Summary

The West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority has established a National Framework Agreement for Smoke Alarms aimed at all UK Fire and Rescue Services. This procurement process is classified under goods and is focused on supplying various smoke detection apparatus, including standalone smoke alarms and associated products. The procurement method used is an open procedure, having recently completed its tender period which ended on 27 January 2021. The awarded contract, with a total value of £30 million, has a contract period from 1 June 2021 to 31 May 2025.

This framework agreement presents substantial opportunities for businesses eager to expand in the fire safety and detection industry. Companies that manufacture or supply smoke detection technology, hearing-impaired solutions, and smart home devices may find it particularly beneficial to engage in this sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as their offerings can significantly contribute to the diverse needs of UK Fire and Rescue Services. With the capability to secure direct orders, successful suppliers will play a vital role in enhancing fire safety across the country.

## Notice

This multi-supplier Framework Agreement is for the supply of Smoke Alarms and Associated Products to include but not limited to stand alone smoke alarms, interlinked smoke alarms, vibrating pads and strobes for the hearing impaired, carbon monoxide and heat alarms and a customer support service. The framework agreement is designed to meet the needs of UK Fire and Rescue Services for use in residential premises. Through the establishment of this framework agreement all UK FRS's will have the capability to place direct call off orders with the winning suppliers. The Contract is divided into the following work packages "Lots": Lot 1 Stand-alone Smoke Alarms, Heat Alarms and Carbon Monoxide Alarms Lot 2 Hearing Impaired (wireless) Smoke Alarms and associated products Lot 3 Smart Home technology which includes Smoke Alarms and associate products along with monitoring equipment or apps.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/139384fe-e34e-489c-8449-1d9aa3450f4c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2021 - 31 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000,000 |
| 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 AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | AICO; BELLMAN & SYMFON; FIREANGEL SAFETY TECHNOLOGY; FIREBLITZ EXTINGUISHER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38431200 - Smoke-detection apparatus

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2021 at 15:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/139384fe-e34e-489c-8449-1d9aa3450f4c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/139384fe-e34e-489c-8449-1d9aa3450f4c
  30th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=35704&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/34952
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.wmfs.net

## Provenance

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