Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade has invited tenders for Project 3276, titled "Testing of Fire Door-Sets and Component Devices". This procurement, classified under Engineering services (CPV 71300000) and Research and development consultancy services (CPV 73200000), is focused on evaluating internal and external door sets against specified performance standards BS EN 16304 and BS EN 14351-1. The tender process is at the active stage with the open procedure method being followed as per the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The submission deadline for tenders is 13:00 GMT on 24th March 2025, with the clarification period ending on 7th March 2025. The contract is expected to start on 21st July 2025 and will last for 24 months, potentially extending by up to 12 more months, with an estimated value of £500,000. The primary location is the UK, but it also includes British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and Rest of the World.

This opportunity presents substantial growth potential for businesses specialising in engineering and R&D consultancy services. Suitable candidates include small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of complying with industry standards and performance criteria. Given the project's value and potential extension, it opens doors for new market expansion and financial growth. Companies with expertise in fire safety testing, particularly those experienced in managing large-scale government contracts, would be well-positioned to benefit from this tender. The open procedure invites both individual legal entities and consortiums involving sub-contractors, providing flexibility in the bidding process.

Tender

Testing of Fire Door-Sets and Component Devices

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

21st February 2025 17:20:20 PM

Tender Deadline

24th March 2025 13:00:00 PM Expired
Contract Summary

1. You are invited to tender for Project 3276 - Testing of Fire Door-Sets and Component Devices. The requirement is for the testing of a variety of internal and external door sets against certain performance criteria outlines in their designated product standard - BS EN 16304 and BS EN 14351-1. 2. The requirement and subsequent contract shall be for a period of 24 months with the option to extend by up to 12 months. The estimated value for the contract is £500,000 for the contract period including any extension and is exclusive of VAT. 3. This Procurement is being carried out in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 under the Regulation 27 Open Procedure. Tenderers must submit a tender as a single legal entity. Tenderers can submit a tender as part of a proposed consortium or with named sub-contractors, but the tender must be submitted by a single legal entity that will represent the consortium or group of economic operators. 4. The anticipated date for the contract award decision is 28th of April 2025. Please note that this is an indicative date and may change. 5. The clarification period ends on the 07th of March 2025 at 13:00 GMT. You must submit your tender to arrive no later than 13:00 GMT on the 24th of March 2025
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-bf7d3406-ef0b-421f-beb0-bceb3e582e04

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure (above Threshold)

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

71300000
73200000

CPV Division(s)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
Awarding Authority

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

commercialbpo@businessandtrade.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Old Admiralty Building

London

SW1A 2DY

England

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Testing of Fire Door-Sets and Component Devices

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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