Competition with a shortlist
Competitive procedure with a selection stage: suppliers were shortlisted before being invited to bid.
Key facts
- Supplier
- Thomas Kneale & Co Ltd SME
- Value
- £80,000
- Procedure
- Call-off from a framework agreement
- Sector
- Textiles, plastics & rubber · Textile fabrics and related items (CPV 19200000)
- Region
- South East
- Official notice
- View on Contracts Finder
- Timeline
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- Contract date13 Nov 2025
- Published12 Jan 2026Published 60 days after the contract date
Description
In alignment with Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service's (RBFRS) ongoing commitment to protecting vulnerable members of the community, the Service has recognised that supplying fire retardant bedding and nightwear plays a critical role in mitigating the risk of fire among the vulnerable community members. RBFRS has opted to procure these items through the National Framework Agreement for the Supply and Delivery of Safe and Well equipment (C5682) established by West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority. RBFRS determined that Thomas Kneale & Co Ltd continues to provide the best combination of quality, reliability, and value for the Service's Safe and Well programme. The Framework offers standardised specifications, competitive pricing, and efficient call-off arrangements, supporting RBFRS's commitment to safeguarding vulnerable community members through the provision of high-quality fire retardant products.
About the supplier
Thomas Kneale & Co Ltd: every public contract they have won, plus their Companies House record (company 00454128).