---
title: "Software Solution for Prevention and Protection"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055d48"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-07-11"
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# Software Solution for Prevention and Protection

Buyer: COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055d48

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Authority for a project titled "Software Solution for Prevention and Protection". This falls under the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on electronic software solutions for Community Safety and Business Fire Safety activities. The procurement is at the planning stage, with all correspondence to be completed by 22nd August 2025. The project covers multiple regions within the United Kingdom, starting from 1st May 2026 with a contract period until 30th April 2031, and the possibility of renewal extending to 2034. The procurement method involves market engagement, as highlighted by the preliminary market engagement notice published on 11th July 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those involved in software development and support. It is well-suited for small and medium enterprises adept in providing comprehensive software solutions that enhance fire safety measures. Engaging in this procurement process offers growth potential for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio within public sector IT services, especially those capable of delivering innovation in safety and risk management solutions across various UK regions.

## Notice

Electronic software solution that supports Community Safety activities (prevention), Business Fire Safety activities (protection), and the mangement of risk information.

### Planning Information

All correspondence to go to procurement@ddfire.gov.uk. Please email and a document detailing requirements and a questionnaire will be issued.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039114-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 22 Aug 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2031 |
| 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 | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 1TW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Belmont |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 11 Jul 2025 at 07:59 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039114-2025
- 11 Jul 2025 at 07:56 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039111-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039114-2025
  11th July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039111-2025
  11th July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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