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Published 22 Jul 2025, 16:29 BST

Official UK procurement notice

DS504-25 NFCC Framework for Respiratory Protective Equipment, associated equipment and services

Official notice

Authority: Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority (Police & fire)

Framework agreement7 lotsGoodsOpen procedureAbove thresholdSME suitable
Framework ceiling (notional)£135,000,000envelope for 7 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue · 1 value update
Submissions closed 7 Nov 2025awarded 5 Dec 2025
Awarded to Draeger Safety UK Ltd +3 more7 awards
Framework period 4 yrsends 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensions · starts 1 Mar 2026

What is being bought7 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service in conjunction with the National Fire Chiefs

Council Respiratory Protective Equipment Group (NFCC RPE Group) and the NFCC

Procurement Hub has led a procurement project to replace the existing Framework for

Respiratory Protective Equipment, associated equipment and services.

The new framework will enable named Contracting Authorities to procure Respiratory

Protective Equipment, associated equipment and services.

The Framework has been split into Lots:

Lot 1 Self-contained breathing apparatus, with ancillaries

Lot 2 Cylinders with ancillaries

Lot 3 Integrated Communications systems

Lot 4 Telemetry

Lot 5 Maintenance services

Lot 6 Provision of consumables, parts and spares

Lot 7 Other respiratory protective equipment and services Self-contained breathing apparatus, with ancillaries

The Framework is a closed framework for a period of 4 years. Due to the stability of the market, there is an option to extend the Framework by up to two years providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework

continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities.

No maximum number of suppliers per lot was applied.

CPV: Breathing apparatus for diving · Breathing apparatus for firefighting · Compressed-air cylinders · Data equipment · Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment · Repair and maintenance services · Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment · Telemetry and terminal equipment

How this framework works

From the published notice
Type
Open framework
Call-offs
call-offs may be awarded directly or by further competition
Bids received
4 bids on the busiest of 7 lots · 4 suppliers appointed
Framework period

4 yrs · up to 6 yrs from 1 Mar 2026, The market for respiratory protective equipment is stable. The liklihood of new suppliers entering the UK market who have the capability and products to meet the UK specific detailed requirements and UK specific Standards is extremely low.

Due to the stability of the market, there is an option to extend the Framework by up to two years providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities.

Substantial changes could include, amongst other things

  • new entrants to the market
  • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services
  • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework
  • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.
Buyer regions
GG, IM, JE, UK
Supplier levy on call-offs (max %)

0.50% of call-off value · The rebate applied will be 0.5% on all official purchase orders for goods or services raised by contracting authorities resulting from the Framework.

The level of the rebate will be fixed for the duration of the Framework.

Suppliers shall pass on the rebates quarterly, providing sufficient management information and evidence, as may be required by Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service, to support the calculation.

Who may buy through it

The full list of Contracting Authorities who are able to use the Framework are included within the Framework ITT. The following list is a high-level overview:

  • All Fire and Rescue Services (FRS) within the United Kingdom
  • Defence Fire Risk Management Organisation
  • Home Office
  • Police Forces within the United Kingdom, Scotland and Northern Ireland
  • NHS Bodies England and Foundation Trusts
  • British Crown dependencies - Channel Islands and Isle of Man
  • Public bodies

o NHS Wales

o Northern Ireland Public Sector Bodies and Local Authorities

o Highways Agency

o UK Border Force

o MOPAC

o City of London Police

o Greater Manchester Combined Authority

o British Transport Police

o Civil Nuclear Constabulary Civil Nuclear Constabulary

o HM Prison Service

o Maritime and Coastguard Agency

  • Nominated agents; suppliers or organisations, who are the acting agent on behalf of any of the above-named contracting authorities will also have access to the Framework
Published description of the framework

Access to the Framework

Contracting authorities must contact the Procurement Team at Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service to request access to the Framework at [email protected]

On completion of a Confidentiality Agreement, full details of the Framework including products and services, pricing, terms and conditions, guidance on use of the Framework and templates for contracts and further competitions will be provided.

Pricing

Framework

a. Prices shall be fixed and firm for the first twelve months of the Framework. Prices shall be subject to review annually thereafter, in line with the Consumer Price Index and agreed between the Authority and the supplier.

b. Any request for increase in prices in the Framework shall be subject to three months' notice in writing, and a demonstration of additional costs incurred by the supplier. No price increase will be accepted unless agreed in writing by the Authority.

c. Prices tendered on the Framework shall be the maximum price that can be charged to contracting authorities. Suppliers may offer, at their discretion, a discount on the Framework pricing to contracting authorities when forming a Call-off Contract.

Call-off contract

a. Prices shall be fixed and firm for the first twelve months of any Call-off Contract. Prices shall be subject to review annually thereafter, in line with the Consumer Price Index and agreed between the contracting authority and the supplier.

b. Any request for increase in prices in the Call-off Contract shall be subject to three months' notice in writing, and a demonstration of additional costs incurred by the supplier. No price increase will be accepted unless agreed in writing by the contracting authority.

c. Costs of delivery and packaging, including Dangerous Goods Freight and Customs Handling fees shall be included in the price of the Goods and services.

Ordering procedure and assessment criteria

Assessment criteria for Further Competitions:

Assessment criteria for Further Competitions for call-off contracts will be set by the Contracting Authority, but will not fundamentally alter, the criteria specified below. The Contracting Authority user will be able to decide what percentage of marks it wants to allocate to each of the assessment criteria, within the maximum and minimum amounts set out

Award criteria Weightings

Price - cost effectiveness (including whole life costs) *** 0% - 100%

Technical Merit and Quality

(assessment of tender response) 0% - 100%

Technical Merit and Quality

(compatibility, performance and functionality through practical functionality assessment) 0% - 100%

After-sales services and support 0% - 100%

Social value 0% - 100%

All assessment criteria must total 100%.

Contracting Authorities will have the option to calculate the final score on a price per quality point basis.

The ordering procedures and guidance on direct award and further competitions are provided to contracting authorities with the Framework Information.

Templates for contracting authorities to use for further competitions are provided to contracting authorities with the Framework Information.

Lots and requirements (7)Procurement structure

7 lots · all with a published value
Lot #1Self-contained breathing apparatus, with ancillariesAwardedRenewal 4 yrsSMEPublished value£36,000,000
Contract period: 1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 (4 yrs) · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensionsValue: £36,000,000 exc. VAT · £43,000,000 inc. VAT
Delivery listed: Guernsey (GG), Isle of Man (IM), Jersey (JE), UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.
Lot #2Cylinders with ancillariesAwardedRenewal 4 yrsSMEPublished value£24,000,000
Contract period: 1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 (4 yrs) · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensionsValue: £24,000,000 exc. VAT · £28,000,000 inc. VAT
Delivery listed: Guernsey (GG), Isle of Man (IM), Jersey (JE), UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.
Lot #3Integrated Communications SystemsAwardedRenewal 4 yrsSMEPublished value£18,300,000
Contract period: 1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 (4 yrs) · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensionsValue: £18,300,000 exc. VAT · £22,000,000 inc. VAT
Delivery listed: Guernsey (GG), Isle of Man (IM), Jersey (JE), UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.
Lot #4TelemetryAwardedRenewal 4 yrsSMEPublished value£24,100,000
Contract period: 1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 (4 yrs) · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensionsValue: £24,100,000 exc. VAT · £29,000,000 inc. VAT
Delivery listed: Guernsey (GG), Isle of Man (IM), Jersey (JE), UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.
Lot #5Maintenance servicesAwardedRenewal 4 yrsSMEPublished value£21,600,000
Contract period: 1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 (4 yrs) · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensionsValue: £21,600,000 exc. VAT · £26,000,000 inc. VAT
Delivery listed: Guernsey (GG), Isle of Man (IM), Jersey (JE), UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.
Lot #6Parts, spares and consumablesAwardedRenewal 4 yrsSMEPublished value£6,700,000
Contract period: 1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 (4 yrs) · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensionsValue: £6,700,000 exc. VAT · £8,000,000 inc. VAT
Delivery listed: Guernsey (GG), Isle of Man (IM), Jersey (JE), UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.
Lot #7Other respiratory protective equipment and servicesAwardedRenewal 4 yrsSMEPublished value£5,000,000
Contract period: 1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 (4 yrs) · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensionsValue: £5,000,000 exc. VAT · £6,000,000 inc. VAT
Delivery listed: Guernsey (GG), Isle of Man (IM), Jersey (JE), UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
What this means for your bid
  • “DS504-25 NFCC Framework for Respiratory Protective Equipment,…” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract: call-offs may be direct or by further competition.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record
Procedure method
Open procedure
Legal basis
UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
Procurement category
Goods
Notice status
Awarded
Procurement threshold
Above threshold (FTS publication)
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use the vehicle
The full list of Contracting Authorities who are able to use the Framework are included within the Framework ITT. The following list is a high-level overview: • All Fire and Rescue Services (FRS) within the United Kingdom • Defence Fire Risk Management Organisation • Home Office • Police Forces within the United Kingdom, Scotland and Northern Ireland • NHS Bodies England and Foundation Trusts • British Crown dependencies - Channel Islands and Isle of Man • Public bodies o NHS Wales o Northern Ireland Public Sector Bodies and Local Authorities o Highways Agency o UK Border Force o MOPAC o City of London Police o Greater Manchester Combined Authority o British Transport Police o Civil Nuclear Constabulary Civil Nuclear Constabulary o HM Prison Service o Maritime and Coastguard Agency • Nominated agents; suppliers or organisations, who are the acting agent on behalf of any of the above-named contracting authorities will also have access to the Framework
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
Unspecified in notice
First published
22 Jul 2025, 16:29 BST
Last source update
13 Mar 2026, 11:22 GMT
Award evaluation window
Submission end – 3 Dec 2025
Authority reference
DS504-25
FTS notice number
2025/S 000-059444
Latest notice
Contract details notice (UK7)
Classification (CPV)
Breathing apparatus for divingBreathing apparatus for firefightingCompressed-air cylindersData equipmentRadio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipmentRepair and maintenance servicesSecurity, fire-fighting, police and defence equipmentTelemetry and terminal equipment
Delivery area in notice
Guernsey (GG)Isle of Man (IM)Jersey (JE)UK
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-056420 Find a Tender
Contract terms summary

In addition to requiring payment within 30 days for valid and undisputed invoices, each Call-Off Contract will outline the procedures for submitting invoices and resolving any disputes that may arise.

Review and risk notes
Risks

Risks to contract performance

a) Increase in value of the Framework e.g. increase in government funding

b) Imposed mandates from government regarding equipment specifications

c) Changes in legislation or Standards

d) Risk of access to and/or transport of raw materials and their availability

e) Pandemic

f) Political, social or economic impacts on markets affecting inflation, tariffs, exchange rates etc.

g) Technological advancements, by way of example and not limited to digital and data systems supporting breathing apparatus use and management including remote monitoring, asset management, breathing apparatus command; Cloud based systems; physiological monitoring.

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: In-tend · Who buys & how to bid on In-tend
Supplier login requiredElectronic submission allowedLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Free · one account per buying organisation's portal · reCAPTCHA on signup
Appointment period ends
7 Nov 2025, 10:00 GMT
Clarification deadline
3 Nov 2025, 22:00 GMT
Submission channel
Official e-sourcing portal
Electronic submission
Allowed
Accepted languages
en
Supplier levy on call-offs (max %)

call-off levy · 0.50% of call-off value · The rebate applied will be 0.5% on all official purchase orders for goods or services raised by contracting authorities resulting from the Framework.

The level of the rebate will be fixed for the duration of the Framework.

Suppliers shall pass on the rebates quarterly, providing sufficient management information and evidence, as may be required by Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service, to support the calculation.

Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Suppliers who are interested in this opportunity must register on our e-tendering portal and register against the Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service domain where this opportunity will be tendered shortly. The e-tendering portal is located at:

sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home ↗

The e-tendering portal is free to use. Suppliers can find guidance on using the e-tendering portal via: bluelightcommercial.police.uk/media/2284/sell2blue… ↗

Timeline

22 Jul 2025 → 13 Mar 2026 · 11 dates
  1. Planning notice published
    22 Jul 2025, 16:29 BST
  2. Market engagement
    20 Aug 2025, 23:59 BST

    Suppliers are invited to complete and submit a supplier consultation questionnaire. The questionnaire can be accessed via our e-tendering portal which is located at: sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home ↗

    To access and submit a preliminary market engagement response, log-in to your Supplier account on the e-tendering portal. Locate the opportunity and click on 'View in Portal'. Then click 'Express Interest'. You should then be able to access and download the questionnaire document to complete. Upload your completed questionnaire via the same area in the e-tendering portal by the closing date and time.

    Suppliers can find guidance on using the e-tendering portal via: bluelightcommercial.police.uk/media/2284/sell2blue… ↗

    Closing date for responses: Wednesday 20 August 2025 at 11:00 hours GMT

  3. Next notice expected396 days ago
    15 Sept 2025, 23:59 BST
  4. Tender notice published387 days ago
    24 Sept 2025, 17:11 BST
  5. Clarification questions by347 days ago
    3 Nov 2025, 22:00 GMT
  6. Admission / appointment period ends343 days ago · period end, not a bid countdown
    7 Nov 2025, 10:00 GMT
  7. Award decision expected by317 days ago
    3 Dec 2025, 23:59 GMT
  8. Assessment summaries sent313 days ago
    8 Dec 2025
  9. Standstill ends301 days ago
    19 Dec 2025, 23:59 GMT
  10. Contract starts230 days ago
    1 Mar 2026
  11. Latest notice published217 days ago
    13 Mar 2026, 11:22 GMT

Notice history

10 events · 4 releases on Find a Tender · since 22 Jul 2025
  1. Preliminary market engagement notice published
    22 Jul 2025, 16:29 BST
    UK2
  2. Tender notice published
    24 Sept 2025, 17:11 BST
    UK4
  3. Published value published: £135,000,000
    24 Sept 2025, 17:11 BST
  4. Status changed to active
    24 Sept 2025, 17:11 BST
  5. Procurement method changed
    24 Sept 2025, 17:11 BST
  6. Deadline published: 7 Nov 2025, 10:00 GMT
    24 Sept 2025, 17:11 BST
  7. Contract award notice published
    10 Dec 2025, 11:09 GMT
    UK6
  8. Status changed to complete
    10 Dec 2025, 11:09 GMT
  9. Contract signature expected
    7 Jan 2026, 23:59 GMT
    scheduled
  10. Contract details notice published
    13 Mar 2026, 11:22 GMT
    UK7
Routine re-releases (4)
  • 2025-07: 1 release · 22 Jul 2025

Commercial outcome & contract awards

Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast
Suppliers appointed 47 awards · see the list ↓
Bids received 42 from SMEs · busiest of 7 lots
Named bidders 4published on the award notice
Contracts signed 7latest 26 Feb 2026
Awarded toValueDateStatus
Lot 1 · Self-contained breathing apparatus, with ancillaries1 award
Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSMELot 1 Self-contained breathing apparatus with ancillaries1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.£36,000,0005 Dec 2025Awarded
Lot 2 · Cylinders with ancillaries1 award
Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSME1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.£24,000,0005 Dec 2025Awarded
Lot 3 · Integrated Communications Systems1 award
Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSMEIntegrated Communication Systems1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.£18,300,0005 Dec 2025Awarded
Lot 4 · Telemetry1 award
Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSME1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.£24,100,0005 Dec 2025Awarded
Lot 5 · Maintenance services1 award
Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSME1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.£2,160,0005 Dec 2025Awarded
Lot 6 · Parts, spares and consumables1 award
Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSME1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.£6,700,0005 Dec 2025Awarded
Lot 7 · Other respiratory protective equipment and services1 award
Arco Limited, Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSME1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032Extensions: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.£5,000,0005 Dec 2025Awarded

Contracts

  • Lot 1 Self-contained breathing apparatus, with ancillaries · Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSME

    Signed
    26 Feb 2026
    Value
    £36,000,000
    Period
    1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.
  • Lot 2 Cylinders with accessories · Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSME

    Signed
    26 Feb 2026
    Value
    £24,000,000
    Period
    1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.
  • Lot 3 Integrated Communication systems · Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSME

    Signed
    26 Feb 2026
    Value
    £18,300,000
    Period
    1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.
  • Lot 4 Telemetry · Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSME

    Signed
    26 Feb 2026
    Value
    £24,100,000
    Period
    1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.
  • Lot 5 Maintenance · Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSME

    Signed
    26 Feb 2026
    Value
    £2,160,000
    Period
    1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.
  • Lot 6 Provision of consumables, parts and spares · Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSME

    Signed
    26 Feb 2026
    Value
    £6,700,000
    Period
    1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.
  • Lot 7 Other respiratory protective equipment and services · Arco Limited, Draeger Safety UK Ltd, INTERSPIRO LIMITEDSME, MSA (Britain) UKSME

    Signed
    26 Feb 2026
    Value
    £5,000,000
    Period
    1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2030 · up to 28 Feb 2032 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework by up to two years, providing that there have been no substantial changes in the supply market and that the Framework continues to meet the needs of the contracting authorities. Substantial changes could include, amongst other things • new entrants to the market • suppliers who were previously unsuccessful in one or more Lots or who were unable to supply to one or more Lots at the time of tendering for this Framework who are subsequently capable of supplying those Goods and Services • technological advancements that cannot not otherwise covered by the Framework • changes to the detailed requirements that cannot be otherwise covered by the Framework.

Bid statistics published by the authority

LotBidsSMEVCSEValid bid range
1 · Self-contained breathing apparatus, with ancillaries3final-stage tenders20—
2 · Cylinders with ancillaries3final-stage tenders20—
3 · Integrated Communications Systems3final-stage tenders20—
4 · Telemetry3final-stage tenders20—
5 · Maintenance services3final-stage tenders20—
6 · Parts, spares and consumables3final-stage tenders20—
7 · Other respiratory protective equipment and services4final-stage tenders20—

Who bid

Bidders as named on the Procurement Act 2023 award notice. “Won” means the bidder holds an award on this notice.

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority

Contracting authorityPublic authority - sub-central government GB-PPON: PNLD-1131-HTWN Service Headquarters, Exeter, South West, EX3 0NWContact name, email, phone

Framework contractors & participating bidders

4 commercial parties on the notice
  • ARCO LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 00133804GB-PPON: PWTT-5519-WWTJ 1 Blackfriargate, Hull, Yorkshire & Humber, HU1 1BHContact email
  • DRAEGER SAFETY UK LTDFramework contractorGB-COH: 00777464GB-PPON: PLWQ-6741-GYHN Draeger Safety UK Limited, Ullswater Close, Blyth Riverside Business Park, Blyth, North East, NE24 4RGContact email
  • Interspiro LimitedFramework contractorGB-COH: n1194705GB-PPON: PMJG-5413-GZQY 7 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, West Midlands, TF2 9TUContact email
  • MSA (BRITAIN) LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 00437745GB-PPON: PPLL-7589-YQTG Unit 9 Beeches Industrial Estate, Yate, South West, BS37 5QTContact email

Official documents & specifications (62)

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