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Semi-Comprehensive Annual Maintenance Programme for Fire Alarm Systems for BHC Islamabad

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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06 Jun 2025 at 05:32

Tender

23 Oct 2024 at 17:33

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process conducted by the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) involves the Semi-Comprehensive Annual Maintenance Programme for Fire Alarm Systems at the British High Commission in Islamabad. The procurement falls under the 'repair and maintenance services' category and is conducted through an open procedure, with the tender valued at £115,000. Key locations for this contract include British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. This contract commenced on 1st June 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st May 2028, having undergone procurement completion on 6th June 2025. The FCDO operates from London, England, at King Charles Street. The procurement stage is currently marked as 'award', with Impulse Engineering Ltd being the active supplier.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, given the suitability criteria outlined in the procurement process. Companies specializing in fire-detection and fire-alarm systems would be well-suited to compete, as the classification schemes include both areas. Involvement in this contract allows businesses to establish or strengthen relationships with a prominent government entity like the FCDO and potentially expand their service offerings across diverse geographical markets. Additionally, the open nature of the procurement method enables competitive participation, facilitating transparency and fair competition. Businesses could leverage this opportunity to enhance their portfolio and gain a foothold in governmental service contracts.

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Notice Title

Semi-Comprehensive Annual Maintenance Programme for Fire Alarm Systems for BHC Islamabad

Notice Description

Semi-Comprehensive Annual Maintenance Programme for Fire Alarm Systems for BHC Islamabad. The duration of this contract will be initially for 3 years with the provision for in-scope extensions of 24 months extensions subject to satisfactory performance from the supplier and continued business requirement. This contract shall commence on 1st June 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9ee81d52-ccff-4f39-a634-38c3eff511e0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db86629e-5f9b-4ad9-8acc-489868e0e39e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

31625100 - Fire-detection systems

31625200 - Fire-alarm systems

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jun 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 May 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2025 - 31 May 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ISLAMABAD
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IMPULSE ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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