Procurement of Replacement BA Compressor for Cornwall Airport Ltd
The contract covers the supply of a replacement breathing apparatus (BA) compressor for Cornwall Airport Ltd, procured by Corserv Solutions Limited on the airport’s behalf within the airport and aviation services sector. The compressor must remotely charge BA cylinders in an adjacent dedicated charging room, with a maximum pressure of 300 bar and a minimum free air delivery rate of 320 litres per minute. It must produce breathing air compliant with the latest BS EN 12021 standard and operate from a three-phase 400V, 50Hz supply, with a motor no larger than 7.5kW, automatic condensate drainage, pressure control, high-temperature and overpressure shutdown, emergency stop, and UKCA marking. The supplier must also provide commissioning, testing, operator training, operation and maintenance manuals, at least a 12-month warranty from commissioning, and UK-based servicing and technical support. The delivery location is Cornwall Airport, although no wider delivery regions, contract value, or contract duration are specified. The critical qualification requirement is the ability to supply equipment meeting the stated technical and BS EN 12021 breathing-air requirements.
Buyer: CORSERV SOLUTIONS LIMITED. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 19 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £25k
- Bids close: 23 Oct 2026
- Location: Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
- Procedure: Below threshold - open competition
- Contract period: 1 Nov 2026 to 31 Oct 2027
- Category: Breathing apparatus for firefighting (35111100)
From the official notice
Corserv Solutions Ltd on behalf of Airport Ltd is undertaking the procurement of Replacement BA Compressor CAL invites suitably qualified suppliers to submit a quotation for the supply of the equipment in accordance with the requirements set out below. This procurement is being conducted in accordance with the principles of the Procurement Act 2023, including transparency, equal treatment of suppliers, and securing value for money.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 23 Oct 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £25k.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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