--- title: "Smoke Alarm Framework Agreement - Supplier Expressions of Interest Form" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f18a30f6-b15c-41d9-b90b-12d49b6d7212" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f18a30f6-b15c-41d9-b90b-12d49b6d7212" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f18a30f6-b15c-41d9-b90b-12d49b6d7212.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f18a30f6-b15c-41d9-b90b-12d49b6d7212.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "WEST MIDLANDS FIRE & RESCUE" published: "2024-09-26" --- # Smoke Alarm Framework Agreement - Supplier Expressions of Interest Form Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS FIRE & RESCUE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f18a30f6-b15c-41d9-b90b-12d49b6d7212 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f18a30f6-b15c-41d9-b90b-12d49b6d7212) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f18a30f6-b15c-41d9-b90b-12d49b6d7212.json) ## Summary The West Midlands Fire & Rescue Authority is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Smoke Alarm Framework Agreement - Supplier Expressions of Interest Form." The procurement, categorised under "Burglar and fire alarms" (CPV code 31625000), seeks to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement for the supply of various smoke alarms, including standalone, interlinked, and specialised alarms for the hearing impaired, as well as associated support services. This framework is intended to meet the needs of Fire and Rescue Services across the UK, including England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and various British Overseas Territories and Islands. Key dates include the submission deadline for expressions of interest on 30 October 2024, with the tender anticipated to be issued in January 2025 and awarded by April 2025. The four-year framework is expected to commence on 1 June 2025. This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in fire safety products to secure a long-term agreement with multiple Fire and Rescue Services across the UK and related territories. Companies that supply smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, heat alarms, and customer support services would be particularly well-suited to this opportunity. By participating in this procurement, businesses can expand their reach within the public sector, offering products and services essential for residential safety. The framework's comprehensive scope ensures continual demand and significant spending, thus fostering robust business growth and stability. ## Notice West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority (The Authority) are seeking expressions of interest from suppliers for an upcoming opportunity to provide smoke and other alarms under a National Framework Agreement for the UK Fire Sector. This multi-supplier Framework Agreement is for the supply of Smoke Alarms and Associated Products to include but not limited to standalone 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 will be designed to meet the needs of UK Fire and Rescue Services (FRS's) for use in residential premises. The Authority let the current Framework in June 2021, spend through the Framework in the first 3 years was PS16.5m and it has been used by 49 Fire and Rescue Services. The current Framework will expire 31 May 2025, and it is the intention of the Authority to procure and award a new Smoke Alarm Framework in time for the expiry date. Establishing a national Framework Agreement will mean that all Fire and Rescue Authorities in England; Scotland; Wales; Northern Ireland; the States of Jersey; Guernsey and Isle of Man; could have one route to market for the purchase of alarms. The Framework will be let for four years commencing 1 June 2025. It is anticipated that the tender will be issued January 2025 and awarded by April 2025. These times are estimates only at this stage. If you are interested in engaging with this opportunity, then please complete and submit this form by 30 October 2024. https://forms.office.com/e/uCnDwaYdeF Once the responses to this questionnaire have been reviewed, the Authority may seek to do further premarket engagement, which may consist of online or face to face meetings with suppliers. Additional information: If you are interested in engaging with this opportunity, then please complete and submit this form by 30 October 2024. https://forms.office.com/e/uCnDwaYdeF Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e274f4f8-bfa6-484f-9e10-13b9e63d374d | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 26 Dec 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WEST MIDLANDS FIRE & RESCUE | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting ### Codes - 31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms ## Release History - 26 Sep 2024 at 14:30 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e274f4f8-bfa6-484f-9e10-13b9e63d374d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e274f4f8-bfa6-484f-9e10-13b9e63d374d 26th September 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wmfs/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.wmfs.net - https://forms.office.com/e/uCnDwaYdeF ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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