Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cea-c06b-7176-9841-6b36a5851372/emergency-response-equipment-and-associated-services-framework-agreement-renewal pending GB open procedure # Emergency Response Equipment and Associated Services Framework Agreement Renewal - Supplier Expressions of Interest [West Midlands Fire & Rescue](https://tendernation.io/buyers/west-midlands-fire-rescue) Estimated value Not stated Published 20 Nov 2024 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. ## About this tender West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority (The Authority) are seeking expressions of interest from suppliers for an upcoming opportunity to provide Emergency Response Equipment and Associated Services to the Fire Sector, other Bluelight organisations as well as other UK Government Departments. UK Fire and Rescue Services have a duty to provide suitable equipment to safeguard the safety and health of its employees and public whilst carrying out firefighting and other duties from risks that cannot otherwise be controlled. It is, therefore, essential that Emergency Response and related equipment provided to operational personnel is fit for purpose, meets operational needs and is compatible with existing protective equipment and meets or exceeds appropriate published BS/EN standards for quality and performance. Fire Services operate training in accordance with the procedures detailed in National Operational Guidance (N.O.G). Emergency Response Equipment shall be capable of operating at all Fire and Rescue Service operational incidents and in a multiplicity of environments and be operated in accordance with the Guidance. Rescue Equipment shall allow personnel to carry out their role during Fire and Rescue Service operations. In addition, Some Emergency Response Equipment may be used in the training environment, where it could be repeatedly subjected to high temperatures and prolonged usage, including use in confined spaces and fire behavioural training scenarios. The Emergency Response Equipment shall be sufficiently robust to withstand such usage. This will be the second iteration of this Framework as the current version has run successfully for almost four years. The multi-Lot/ supplier Framework has been utilised by over 30 UK Fire and Rescue Services and Bluelight organisations with a spend to date of £5.6 million. The current Framework expires 31 July 2025, and it is the intention of the Authority to procure and award a new Framework in time for the expiry date. The Framework would be let for four years, however with the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023 in February 2025 there is also the potential to make this an Open Framework for up to eight years, with the option of Direct Award or further competition. It is anticipated that the tender would be issued before the end of March 2025, and the Framework awarded by June 2025. These dates are indicative and subject to change. The current Framework has the following Lot structure, - Lot 1 Rescue Equipment (heavy rescue tools battery powered and hydraulic, stabilisation equipment, lifting equipment e.g. air bags) - Lot 2 Fluid Transfer (hose, pumps, branches, hose reels, hose testing, ground monitors) - Lot 3 UHPL & Misting Equipment - Lot 4 Positive Pressure Ventilation Fans & Smoke Curtains - Lot 5 Thermal Imaging Cameras Subject to feedback from the Sector it is anticipated that Lot 3 - UHPL & Misting Equipment maybe removed from the next Framework ... Additional information: Please reply to expression on interest form that can be located here: [forms.office.com/e/HiTpU5f7pp](https://forms.office.com/e/HiTpU5f7pp) by 8 January 2025 Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No Read full description ## CPV classification Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/966866e9-d652-4e10-ac3b-b739cec890aa) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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