Tender

4603.EFM.SW.25 Fire Alarm Remediation - Phase 1

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Tender

02 Jul 2025 at 14:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is inviting tenders for the first phase of its fire alarm remediation project under the tender ID 4603.EFM.SW.25. This procurement process is managed by the Department of Estates and Facilities Management and seeks to address fire alarm systems within four university buildings in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. The industry category includes burglar and fire alarms, electrical installation work, and refurbishment work. Interested parties must submit their tenders via the university's e-tendering system by 28th July 2025 at 12 noon UK time. This open exercise is currently in the tender stage, with the contract period set to commence on 6th October 2025 and conclude on 12th December 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in electrical installation and fire safety solutions. Businesses experienced in refurbishment work and those with a capability for comprehensive alarm system installations will find this tender particularly relevant. With a procurement value estimated at £350,000, the project is ideally positioned for smaller enterprises aiming to expand their portfolio in the public sector. The University of Sheffield's emphasis on localised improvement and infrastructure enhancement offers a stable platform for businesses looking to establish or strengthen their presence in the Yorkshire and the Humber region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

4603.EFM.SW.25 Fire Alarm Remediation - Phase 1

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the Department of Estates and Facilities Management for fire alarm remediation works. Scope of Requirement: The works comprise of the remediation of the fire alarm systems across four university buildings: * ARMC 2 (FOF) * Central Annexe * Computer Building * Ella Armitage The works consist of the replacement of detectors, installation of new devices where required, replacement of panels, installation The full technical specification can be found in the tender documentation which will be sent to you once you have expressed your interest. Tender Process and Documentation: This is an open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 28th July 2025 at 12 noon (UK time).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-499b8a37-fa1b-457f-8c4c-d3db503c24c3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/932c7f2b-7206-429a-94d7-fa93e20e6195
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Oct 2025 - 12 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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