---
title: "DS506-25 Welfare Support Units"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f0cd"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-03-19"
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# DS506-25 Welfare Support Units

Buyer: DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f0cd

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## Summary

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority has completed the procurement process for the DS506-25 Welfare Support Units contract, focusing on the supply of welfare trailers and toilet units to support operational staff during emergency incidents. The procurement falls under the goods category and aims to ensure the safety, health, and wellbeing of firefighters, aligned with National Fire Chiefs Council guidance. The contract, awarded through an open competition below the threshold, has been signed and will commence on 1st April 2026 and run until 31st March 2029, with potential to extend to March 2031. The procurement process was conducted in Exeter, United Kingdom, and AJC Trailers Ltd was appointed as the supplier.

This tender provides valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in welfare vehicles and outdoor equipment, particularly small and medium enterprises, to expand their market presence by providing essential services to emergency service organisations. The open procurement method allows a broad range of suppliers to compete, encouraging innovation and quality offerings. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality manufacturing and maintenance services for trailers and vehicle units would find this tender particularly suitable. The inclusion of optional extensions further enhances growth potential by providing opportunities to supply additional units and associated maintenance services over time.

## Notice

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority has awarded a contract for 3 x Welfare Trailers and 3 x Toilet units, to support operational staff during emergency incidents. The welfare support units will be used to provide effective welfare facilities in accordance with the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) guidance on firefighter safety, health and wellbeing. This procurement supports DSFRS's commitment to firefighter safety, health, and wellbeing, and ensures compliance with relevant statutory obligations.

### Lot Information

Welfare Trailer Units

This lot is for three welfare trailer units.

Options: The option will be included to procure more welfare trailers and/or toilets and any maintenance including parts.

Renewal: 2 x optional 12 month extensions

Welfare Toilet Units

This lot is for four welfare toilet units.

Options: The option will be included to procure more welfare trailers and/or toilets and any maintenance including parts.

Renewal: 2 x optional 12 month extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024925-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £135,000 |
| Lots value | £135,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £141,075 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AJC TRAILERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34114300 - Welfare vehicles

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2026 at 09:22 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024925-2026
- 8 Dec 2025 at 13:43 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080617-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024925-2026
  19th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080617-2025
  8th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://bluelightcommercial.police.uk/media/2284/sell2bluelight-in-tend-full-supplier-guide.pdf
- https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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