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Fire Door Inspections

SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL

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16 Jun 2025 at 12:25

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Summary of the contracting process

South Tyneside Council, located in South Shields, England, recently completed the award stage of a procurement for fire door inspections across properties within the borough. The contract title is "Fire Door Inspections", under the industry category of fire doors. The procurement falls within the services sector and is located in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, using a call-off from a framework agreement. Firntec Ltd, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) from Plymouth, Devon, has been awarded the contract, starting from 16 June 2025, with an end date set for 15 June 2029. The contract's total value amounts to £228,180 GBP.

This tender provides significant opportunities for SMEs specialised in fire safety and building inspections. Given the four-year contract period, businesses can leverage this opportunity for sustained operational growth, enhancing their reputation and portfolio within the public sector. Companies with expertise in safety audits, compliance checks, and certified fire inspection services would be particularly well-suited to engage in such procurement processes, emphasising their credentials to service multi-occupancy and high-rise buildings. South Tyneside Council’s call for a sole supplier indicates a preference for reliable, consistent collaboration with a single contractor, potentially facilitating strategic business development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fire Door Inspections

Notice Description

In accordance with Regulation, South Tyneside Council (STC) undertakes regular inspections of all fire doors in properties which it manages. There are over 3,700 fire doors which are distributed across a diverse range of stock within the borough of South Tyneside. We require a suitable Certified Contractor to carry out Fire Door Inspections within its multi-occupancy buildings. To Low, Medium and High-rise buildings located in the borough of South Tyneside. STC are looking for a sole supplier to deliver the contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dde4eb0c-fb0b-44a8-b4c7-3382530ef94e
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44221220 - Fire doors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£228,180 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£228,180 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 2029 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
SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTH SHIELDS
Postcode
NE33 2RL
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
South Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Beacon and Bents
Westminster Constituency
South Shields

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIRNTEC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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