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title: "Supply of Fire Safety Equipment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064a8a"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FIFE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-16"
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# Supply of Fire Safety Equipment

Buyer: FIFE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064a8a

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## Summary

Fife Council has awarded a contract relevant to the supply and disposal of fire safety equipment under an open procedure. This procurement process, classified under the CPV code for firefighting, rescue, and safety equipment, took place in the UKM72 region. The procurement has moved from the tender stage to the award stage, as evidenced by the award decision made on 16th July 2026. The contract, valued at £151,900, was signed on 9th July 2026, with VWS Limited identified as the successful supplier. The procurement adhered to the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 and comes with a focus on community benefits and sustainability. The contract has options for additional purchases, allowing Fife Council to procure further under specified regulations.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fire safety equipment supply, particularly those capable of meeting the stringent British Standards and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. SMEs, such as VWS Limited, play a crucial role in this sector and benefit from the emphasis on community benefits and fair work initiatives promoted by Fife Council. The procurement specifically encourages alignment with social, economic, and environmental goals, presenting an opportunity for businesses focused on sustainability and corporate social responsibility to engage and benefit. Such engagements not only contribute to business growth but also support Fife communities, aligning with the council’s strategic objectives.

## Notice

Supply and Disposal of Fire Safety Equipment that comply with BS 5306-3 2009, BS 5306-8 2023 and Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Open tender procedure to select a single supplier for the supply and disposal of fire safety equipment for Fife Council

Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: Optional Extension for 12 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067148-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £196,000 |
| Lots value | £196,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £151,900 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FIFE COUNCIL |
| Locality | GLENROTHES |
| Post town | Kirkcaldy |
| Postcode | KY7 5LT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife |
| Local authority | Fife |
| Electoral ward | Glenrothes Central and Thornton |
| Westminster constituency | Glenrothes and Mid Fife |
| Delivery location | TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VWS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2026 at 10:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067148-2026
- 6 Feb 2026 at 16:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011127-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.fife.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823004
- https://www.fife.gov.uk/kb/docs/articles/business2/doing-business-with-us/community-benefits-a-guide-for-suppliers
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=812077
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=812077
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/authority/noticecreate/Notice_optionsESPD.aspx?id=812077
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/authority/noticecreate/Question21.aspx?ID=812077
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00187
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

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