--- title: "The Supply and Disposal of Firefighting Foam" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050d80" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050d80" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050d80.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050d80.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY" published: "2025-05-06" --- # The Supply and Disposal of Firefighting Foam Buyer: ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050d80 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050d80) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050d80.json) ## Summary The Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is seeking suppliers through an open tender procedure for the "Supply and Disposal of Firefighting Foam." This procurement process is classified under public authority sub-central government and involves two separate lots. Located in Rivenhall, in the region of UK East (UKH34), this tender process commenced on 6th May 2025 and is currently in the tender stage. Interested businesses should note the deadline for tender submissions is set for 5th June 2025, with an enquiry period closing on 23rd May 2025. The procurement value is estimated at £220,000 GBP, with contracts for supply and disposal to be fulfilled starting from 3rd November 2025. This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the production, supply, or handling of firefighting materials. Companies capable of delivering high-quality firefighting foam and managing disposal processes are well-positioned to benefit. The tender is particularly suitable for SMEs, and suppliers can respond electronically through the Delta eSourcing service. Given the long-term contract period offered for the supply lot, with an initial five-year term extendable by another five years, businesses achieving a foothold could ensure a stable income stream through this tender. This opportunity is ideal for those with expertise in firefighting supplies and waste management, looking to expand or solidify their market presence within the public sector. ## Notice Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is conducting a procurement for the supply and disposal of firefighting foam, using the Open Procedure, in accordance with the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023. The contract will be divided into two lots: Lot 1: The Supply of Firefighting Foam Lot 2: The Disposal of Firefighting Foam The objective of this tender process is to appoint either one or two contractors for the supply and/or disposal of firefighting foam. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Rivenhall:-Fire-suppression-foam-or-similar-compounds./4UXUTR4D7X To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/4UXUTR4D7X ### Lot Information Supply of Firefighting Foam Based on current risk within Essex County Fire and Rescue Service, the anticipated amount of foam required is 18,000 litres. The foam should be delivered in 1000 litre intermediate bulk containers (IBC) and top up stock will be required for each IBC used. Renewal: The contract will run initially for 5 years with an option to extend for a further 5 years. Disposal of Firefighting Foam Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is seeking to tender the disposal of its current 13,000 litre stock of AFFF firefighting foam. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019247-2025 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 May 2025 | | Submission deadline | 5 Jun 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Nov 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £220,000 | | Lots value | £220,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY | | Locality | RIVENHALL | | Post town | Chelmsford | | Postcode | CM8 3HB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex | | ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway | | Local authority | Braintree | | Electoral ward | Silver End & Cressing | | Westminster constituency | Witham | | Delivery location | TLH3 Essex | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35111520 - Fire suppression foam or similar compounds ## Release History - 6 May 2025 at 18:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019247-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019247-2025 6th May 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/4UXUTR4D7X - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Rivenhall:-Fire-suppression-foam-or-similar-compounds./4UXUTR4D7X - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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