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2-14 NEW STREET, HUDDERSFIELD - DESIGN & INSTALLATION OF NEW FIRE ESCAPE STAIRCASE

KIRKLEES COUNCIL

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19 Dec 2025 at 12:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Kirklees Council has awarded a contract for the design and installation of a new fire escape staircase at 2-14 New Street, Huddersfield, in Yorkshire and the Humber. The project, which falls under the fire escape equipment and fire doors categories, will involve the removal of an existing fire escape and the installation of a new galvanised one, alongside various fire safety enhancements. This procurement process, completed through a restricted procedure, was in the award stage as of 19th December 2025. The awarded contract, valued at £120,237.57, is set to commence on 2nd March 2026 and conclude on 14th April 2026.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity for large-scale construction firms, particularly those specialising in fire safety equipment and structural installations. The project offers a chance for businesses with expertise in installation of metal structures, emergency lighting, and associated signage works to contribute significantly to fire safety upgrades in public infrastructure. Although unsuitable for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE), the contract was awarded to Walter West Builders Ltd, showcasing the scale of operation required to fulfil the project requirements effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2-14 NEW STREET, HUDDERSFIELD - DESIGN & INSTALLATION OF NEW FIRE ESCAPE STAIRCASE

Notice Description

Fire safety works to include: * Removal of the existing metal fire escape and replacement with new galvanised fire escape. * Replacement of fire exit doors. * Replacement of glazing to fire rated (and fixed shut). * Installation of emergency lighting to escape route. * Relocation of air conditioning units. * Installation of appropriate signage. * Associated works to brickwork, pointing, etc.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b1bbd46-7bba-41aa-9f8c-94a4b28404fd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

35111400 - Fire escape equipment

44221220 - Fire doors

45223110 - Installation of metal structures

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£218,851 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,237 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 14 Apr 2026 1-6 months
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
KIRKLEES COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HUDDERSFIELD
Postcode
HD1 2TA
Post Town
Huddersfield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Kirklees
Electoral Ward
Newsome
Westminster Constituency
Huddersfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WALTER WEST BUILDERS

Further Information

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