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Award Notice for Fire Risk Assessments for University of Chester

UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER

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15 May 2026 at 09:19

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Chester has completed a procurement process for fire risk assessments as part of its fire safety strategy. This award notice, issued under the NEUPC Framework EFM2054, confirms a contract with FCS-live Limited, valued at £60,000 for hazard protection and control consultancy services. The procurement falls within the category of fire-prevention services and is specifically designed for institutions in the North West, United Kingdom. The contract, which commenced on 13 April 2026, will run until 12 April 2030. This process was carried out using a selective procurement method, as a call-off from a framework agreement, representing the award stage of the process.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fire safety services, particularly those supporting hazard protection and consultation. The contract is favourable for SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). By securing this framework-based agreement, businesses can strengthen their relationship with educational institutions like the University of Chester and potentially expand their portfolio in the public safety and consultancy sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Award Notice for Fire Risk Assessments for University of Chester

Notice Description

This is an Award Notice following a further competition for Fire Risk Assessments for University of Chester. Under NEUPC Framework EFM2054 NE Fire Safety Equipment, Fire Alarms, Suppression Systems and Associated Services Agreement using Lot 2 - Fire Safety Inspections, Fire Risk Assessment & Consultation and Fire Safety Training. Which the University could use as a member of NWUPC. Further details were available in the further competition documents. Please note all values in this notice have been rounded up and are for the full potential contract period and the contract end date includes all optional extension periods.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f40edb6f-32c3-439d-adf2-c3d32e486f30
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

71317000 - Hazard protection and control consultancy services

75251110 - Fire-prevention services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHESTER
Postcode
CH1 4BJ
Post Town
Chester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Chester City & the Garden Quarter
Westminster Constituency
Chester North and Neston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FCS-LIVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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