Where applicable, we publish responses to requests under the Freedom of Information Act 2000. This one, , is detailed below.
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Ref: FOI/22029
RE: FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT 2000 REQUEST
I am writing to confirm that the West Midlands Fire Service has now completed its search for the information you requested further to your freedom of information request.
Please find below a summary of our findings
Request
Which software solution(s) are used to manage your corporate property/assets including facilities management (CAFM)? When is this contract expected to expire and are you expecting to extend or renew this contract?
Reply
West Midlands fire Service does not use any specific facilities management software, we use standard software (Microsoft) and specific in house software.
Request
What was the actual contract value(s) of each contract?
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Not applicable
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Who is the senior officer (outside of procurement) responsible for this contract?
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The senior officer (outside of procurement) responsible for this contract is the senior surveyor.
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How are facilities management services (hard FM, soft FM or TFM) handled across your estate?
Reply
Facilities management are handled by our in house Facilities Management section
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If any services are outsourced, which services and to which suppliers?
Reply
The following services are outsourced to suppliers
Some Ad Hoc security arrangements . Securitas.
Catering at HQ Location . Saffron.
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What are the start dates and durations of these contracts, and which services are included in each?
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Securitas – Contract expires April 22
Saffron – Contract expires June 23
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Is there an extension clause in the contract(s) and if so, what is the duration of the extension?
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Not applicable
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Has a decision been made yet on whether the contract(s) are being either extended or renewed?
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Yes, a decision has been made on whether the contract(s) is being either extended or renewed
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What is the job title of the senior officer (outside of procurement) responsible for the contract(s)?
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The senior officer (outside of procurement) responsible for this contract is the senior surveyor.
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Do you utilise any outsourced helpdesk or FM integrator services? If so, with which supplier(s)?
Reply
West Midlands Fire Service does not utilise any outsourced helpdesk or FM integrator services
Request
Are you looking to commission any estate condition surveys this year?
Reply
West Midlands Fire Service is not looking to commission any estate condition surveys this year
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Typically what type of fire related safety services would you outsource? FRA’s, Compartmentation Surveys, Fire Strategy Development etc.
Reply
West Midlands Fire Service does not outsource any fire related safety services, as we utilise our Fire Safety section in house.
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