Firefighting Equipment and Associated Services Framework is now live
NWUPC are happy to announce that Members have access to the latest Firefighting Equipment and Associated Services Framework (EFM2054 NE).
The agreement runs from the 1st May 2024 until the 30th April 2026 with potential to extend for a further 2x one year periods until the 30th April 2028.
A 1-page brief introductory guide is available for the framework and can be found here or by selecting the image to the right.
The framework is open to Members of NWUPC, APUC, CPC, HEPCW, LUPC, NEUPC and SUPC.
Agreement Highlights:
Lot 1 – Fire Equipment Supply and Maintenance (Full Output Specification
The following Goods categories are included within the scope of Lot 1 but not limited to:
- Fire Extinguishers (portable)
- Fire Blankets
- Fire Buckets
- Hose Reels
- First Aid Equipment
- Fire Safety Signs
- Escape and Evacuation Equipment
- Storage and Protection Equipment.
- Door Furniture
- Fire Doors*
Full list of the required standards for the equipment can be found in the Output Specification.
The service and maintenance requirement of Lot 1 is also to include as a minimum:
- Testing/ servicing/correct operation of all extinguishers within timescales as determined by current regulations
- Commissioning of new equipment
- Checking of travel distances in relation to extinguishers, As documented within Members fire strategy
- Responsible disposal of any redundant equipment
- Fire Blankets to be removed from cover, checked and replaced and details recorded annually
- Replacement of any safety clips/hoses/nozzles etc when required
- Checking of current signage for compliance with latest and current regulations
- All fire extinguishers must be refilled/replaced in line with the timelines stated within the relevant British Standards and all lifecycle replacements are recorded
- Installation of new hose reels where necessary
- Routine servicing and testing of all current hose reels and associated parts in line with current guidance
- Replacement of damaged hose reels or associated parts when required
- The Supplier is to have adequate supplies of additional fire blankets available at all times to ensure any replacement at any site can take place within the agreed timescale
Lot 2 – Fire Safety Inspections, Fire Risk Assessment & Consultation and Fire Safety Training
The following service requirements are included in the scope of Lot 2
- Fire Risk Assessments
- Fire Door Survey and Inspections
- Fire Safety Training
- Fire Safety Management Consultancy
Services supplied in Lot 2 are to be supplied to standards or guidelines and any superseding or an equivalent industry standard as detailed in the Output Specification (insert link)
Lot 3 – Fire Safety Prevention Detection, Alarms and Suppression Systems
The following goods and associated services are included within the scope of Lot 3, but not limited to:
- Fire Alarm Systems, Conventional, Addressable and Analogue Addressable (Hard wired / Wireless systems)
- Detector Devices (Ionisation, Optical, Heat, Flame, Carbon, Multi)
- Fire Suppression Systems (Sprinkler, Water mist, Dry & Wet Risers)
- Fire Dampers
- Refuge and Rescue Systems
- Manual call points
- Warning System/Bell Relays
- Door Holder Relays
- Auxiliary (Control Function) Relays
- Loop Sounders
- Automatic Opening Vent (service and testing)
- Emergency Escape Lighting*
* Emergency lighting is lighting for an emergency situation when the main power supply is cut and normal electrical illumination fails.
Services supplied in Lot 3 are to be supplied to standards or guidelines and any superseding or an equivalent industry standard as detailed in the Output Specification.
Lot 4 – Fire Safety, Fire Alarms, Suppression Systems and Associated Services Complete Solution *Excluding Fire Safety Inspections, Fire Risk Assessment & Consultation and Fire Safety Training
Suppliers are required to provide products and services that are covered by the scope of Lots 1 and 3 of this framework– Fire safety equipment and Fire Detection, Alarms and Suppression systems as a complete service and goods provision. Note- this Lot will not include the scope of Lot 2 of this framework.
The above is a high-level overview and not exhaustive; the extensive scope of each lot can be found in the Specification document on HE Contracts.
This Framework Agreement allows you to buy through:
- Direct Award
- Desktop Exercise
- Mini-Competition
Suppliers on the Framework:
Full agreement details, including suppliers by Lot and a Quick Reference Guide can be found here on the NWUPC Agreements Page.
For further questions or enquiries contact procurement@nwupc.ac.uk or call on 0161 234 8000.
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