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title: "USAR Confined Space Tunnels"
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# USAR Confined Space Tunnels

Buyer: DEVON AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ee553a6f-3c9f-43ea-9b70-6386079f22dc

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## Summary

The Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority is seeking contractors for the "USAR Confined Space Tunnels" project, which involves the construction of a new training facility at their service headquarters in Exeter, England. This open tender is currently in the planning stage, with a deadline for submissions on 16th September 2019. The work is classified under CPV category "Fire station construction work" and must be completed by early December 2019, ensuring that the existing station remains fully operational throughout the construction period.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for construction firms specialising in fire station and training facility projects. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in external works, installation of concrete structures, and safe operational practices during construction will be particularly well-suited for this contract. The requirement for careful coordination with the contract administrator adds a layer of complexity that experienced contractors can effectively manage, providing a platform for future collaboration with public sector organisations.

## 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/72a5de9d-f979-4d11-9c79-d2c637d12266 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2019 - 6 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45216121 - Fire station construction work

## Release History

- 16 Aug 2019 at 13:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72a5de9d-f979-4d11-9c79-d2c637d12266

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72a5de9d-f979-4d11-9c79-d2c637d12266
  16th August 2019 - Opportunity 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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