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Passive fire protection works (Group 3)

IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL

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19 Mar 2026 at 15:56

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Summary of the contracting process

In this procurement process, Ipswich Borough Council acted as the purchasing entity for passive fire protection works across general needs properties in the East of England. The tender fell under the industry category of installation services of fire protection equipment, with a contract value of GBP 5,000,000. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract award phase is complete, with Mulalley & Co Ltd emerging as the supplier of choice. The contract period commenced on 3rd March 2026 and is set to conclude on 28th February 2029. Notable dates include the tender period ending on 6th October 2025 and the award date taking place on 28th December 2025.

This tender represents significant business growth potential within the fire protection sector, particularly for large-scale enterprises. Businesses equipped to provide comprehensive installation services for fire prevention would find the project scope well-suited to their capabilities. While the tender selection was complete, engagements within the framework agreement offer further prospects for companies looking to strengthen their market presence via selective procurement channels managed by Ipswich Borough Council. The partnership with Mulalley & Co Ltd highlights opportunities primarily for larger firms lacking VCSE affiliation due to the project's demanding requirements and scale.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Passive fire protection works (Group 3)

Notice Description

Fire safety works at general needs properties

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9d99e9d-b1f6-428f-aef3-b5397e1b6d11
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

51700000 - Installation services of fire protection equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Dec 20253 months ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 2-3 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
IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2DE
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MULALLEY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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