Decision details

To award a contract for the purchase of two aerial ladder vehicles, one aerial ladder platform and one turntable ladder.

Part 2

RESOLVED:

That a fixed price contract be awarded to North Fire for Lot 1: purchase of one Aerial Ladder vehicle at a value, as set out in the submitted report, and also to North Fire for Lot 2: purchase of one Turntable Ladder vehicle at a value, as set out in the submitted report, to commence on 1 July 2014.

Reasons for Decisions:

A full tender process, in compliance with the requirement of EU Procurement Legislation and Procurement Standing Orders has been completed, and the recommendations provide the very best value for money for the Council following a thorough evaluation process. North Fire is a premier fire fighting vehicle and equipment supplier to Fire and Rescue Services throughout the UK and Ireland and was formed eight years ago. It is based in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire.