---
title: "VMDS Mobile Gateway and AIUS - CPA/SPU/2606F"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052c86"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CHESHIRE FIRE AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-06-04"
---

# VMDS Mobile Gateway and AIUS - CPA/SPU/2606F

Buyer: CHESHIRE FIRE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052c86

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## Summary

The Cheshire Fire Authority has concluded a procurement process for the "VMDS Mobile Gateway and AIUS" project, involving Airbus software licences. This process falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems and is classified as a public authority sub-central government initiative. Located in Winsford, Cheshire, the buyer, Cheshire Fire Authority, executed this direct procurement without competition, as it was below the threshold. The procurement has progressed to the award and contract stages, with the contract already signed on 1st April 2025, commencing the provision period which is set to run until 31st October 2026. A key feature of the contract allows for termination with a three-month notice.

This procurement initiative provides a notable opportunity for businesses involved in software and information systems, particularly large-scale enterprises like Airbus Defence and Space Ltd, which would benefit from supplying licenced software solutions. The nature of the direct procurement, although limited in competition, presents opportunities for businesses experienced in providing specialised, tailored software solutions to collaborate and establish long-term partnerships with government bodies. Such contracts can facilitate business growth by securing steady revenue and enhancing reputation through public sector engagement.

## Notice

VMDS Mobile Gateway and AIUS - Airbus software licences

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029934-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2025 - 31 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £160,054 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CHESHIRE FIRE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | WINSFORD, CHESHIRE |
| Post town | Crewe |
| Postcode | CW7 2FQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Winsford Over & Verdin |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Cheshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AIRBUS DEFENCE AND SPACE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 4 Jun 2025 at 13:57 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029934-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029934-2025
  4th June 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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