Scope
Reference
25-26 EM10
Description
TWFRA ('the Authority') is the publicly accountable body that oversees the policy and service delivery of Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service ('the Service') on behalf of the community. The Service successfully leads the operational delivery of fire and rescue services such as public protection, fire and other emergency prevention, operational response and resilience. Our stations, staff and appliances are strategically placed across Tyne and Wear to ensure efficient and effective response to fires and other emergencies. Appliances work across station areas and can be mobilised whilst away from their home station. We also have robust arrangements with neighbouring services to enable additional support during major emergencies.
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service require a Training Tower to support realistic and effective firefighter training. This facility is essential for maintaining operational readiness and ensuring crews can develop and sustain the skills needed for safe and efficient emergency response.
To deliver this critical infrastructure, TWFRS is seeking a suitably qualified contractor with the necessary technical knowledge, expertise, and a proven track record in constructing firefighting training towers. The contractor must be capable of delivering a structure that meets the required specification and complies with all relevant standards and best practices.
Total value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027
- 1 year
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45216121 - Fire station construction work
Participation
This procurement is reserved for
UK suppliers
Submission
Enquiry deadline
11 February 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
16 February 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Price 20% Quality 80%
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJWH-9912-THLH
Service Headquarters, Nissan Way,
Tyne and Wear,
SR53QY
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@twfire.gov.uk
Region: UKC23 - Sunderland
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government