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title: "USAR Confined Space Tunnels"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d2d8c356-d8d1-4edc-9072-bcaac52918f2"
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# USAR Confined Space Tunnels

Buyer: DEVON AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d2d8c356-d8d1-4edc-9072-bcaac52918f2

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## Summary

The Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority has conducted a procurement process for the construction of a new confined space tunnel training facility at their Service Headquarters in Exeter, focusing on the fire station construction industry. The open procedure tender, initially announced on 23 October 2019, required contractors to complete the works by early December 2019, with a contract value of £87,555.45. The tender period ended on 16 September 2019, while the award for the contract took place on 16 October 2019.

This project presents a valuable opportunity for construction firms specialising in fire station infrastructure or similar works, particularly those experienced in keeping operational facilities running during construction. Businesses that can ensure safety and collaboration with contract administrators will be well-positioned to compete effectively, given the essential nature of the project for ongoing emergency services training in the region.

## Notice

The Authority has identified a requirement for a project that consists the construction of a new confined space tunnel training facility to extend existing training facilities at our specialist rescue facility at Service Headquarters, Exeter. The proposed works include but are not limited to the following items of work:- 1. external works ground works 2. installation of concrete tunnels and vertical chambers 3. new access road around the training area 4. new fencing It is essential that the station remains fully operational at all times. It is essential that the works are completed by early December 2019. The contractor will need to liaise carefully with the contract administrator to ensure that all parties are safe during the project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e49179b-a7c2-40a9-8b2b-15bc18390e00 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Oct 2019 |
| Contract period | 17 Oct 2019 - 20 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £87,555 |
| 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 AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BUILD CARE PLUS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45216121 - Fire station construction work

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2019 at 07:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e49179b-a7c2-40a9-8b2b-15bc18390e00

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e49179b-a7c2-40a9-8b2b-15bc18390e00
  23rd October 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=29807&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/30504
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dsfire.gov.uk

## Provenance

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