Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13d21-ef74-71f3-87ef-85dcae676bb0/purchase-of-drones

awarded GB restricted procedure Suitable for SMEs

# Purchase of Drones

[West Midlands Fire Service](https://tendernation.io/buyers/west-midlands-fire-service)

Estimated value

£39,600

Published

11 Sept 2026

Deadline

Closed

24 Jul 2026

## Who can bid

- Buyer says suitable for SMEs

    The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid.
- Small contract value

    Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services.

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## About this tender

West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) requires the procurement of DJI unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems to enhance situational awareness, operational decision-making, and the safety of personnel across emergency response, training, and support activities. 

The UAV systems shall support a range of functions including, but not limited to: 

Incident reconnaissance and real-time intelligence gathering 

Search and rescue operations, Hazard identification and scene monitoring in dynamic or high-risk environments and Post-incident assessment and investigate.

All drone systems must be compliant with relevant UK aviation regulations and be suitable for deployment in operational environments encountered by the Service. The provision shall include associated equipment, software, maintenance, and support to ensure resilience, interoperability, and ongoing operational availability. 

The drones shall form part of WMFS's operational capability, complementing existing assets and supporting safe systems of work. 

Additional information: Further competition conducted under YPO Framework 00148 Drones and Associated Drones Services for the Emergency Services and Wider Public Sector C6035

## CPV classification

Unmanned aerial vehicles

Source

Contracts Finder (UK)

[View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/c695fdd6-d2f2-4046-81d7-dee5bb382ca1)

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