Tender

CBC-1856-T-TS Fire Risk Assessments

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

27 Oct 2025 at 11:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "CBC-1856-T-TS Fire Risk Assessments" is being managed by Central Bedfordshire Council, headquartered in Shefford, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the industry category of fire-prevention services, with additional classifications encompassing fire-detection and alarm systems, hazard and safety consultancy services, among others. The procurement method is a competitive procedure with negotiation, aimed at securing services for fire risk assessments and associated inspections in council-owned homes. The tender phase is active, with a submission deadline on 28th November 2025. The contract start date is set for 1st July 2026, with a duration of two years, plus an optional extension of up to two additional years. The process is beyond the threshold, indicating a significant procurement intended to assure technical and regulatory compliance in housing safety.

This tender presents robust opportunities for businesses involved in fire safety assessments, technical consultancy, and safety compliance services. Firms with expertise in these areas, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive safety consultations and timely inspection services, will find this contract suitable for cultivating growth in the public sector. Though the opportunity may not specifically favour SMEs or VCSEs, larger firms with the ability to meet the demanding requirements outlined in the tender documents have a substantial opportunity to secure a significant public contract, thereby expanding their footprint within the governmental landscape. The selective procurement process implies that only the most competitive and well-prepared bids will be considered, fostering healthy competition and presenting a chance for businesses to showcase their capabilities and innovation in fire safety management.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CBC-1856-T-TS Fire Risk Assessments

Notice Description

Fire Risk Assessments and Associated Inspections and Remedial works in Council Owned Homes Independent preparation and review of Fire Risk Assessments, the authority will appoint a separate Supplier to carry out Fire Specialist and Building Safety Advice. Contracts for 'Fire Risk Assessments for Housing Properties' and 'Fire Specialist and Building Safety Advice' will not be awarded to the same Supplier. Please read and follow the information and guidance supplied below and within the Tender documents, this will help with your tender submission. Word count limits apply, any information going over will not be considered. Respond to ALL questions. Additional documents or information not required will be disregarded. Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communications, correspondences and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Do not contact the Service area for information, please use the correspondence facility Regularly view the Clarification tab for updates or responses to questions received by bidders. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all bidders (if not Private and Confidential), this to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. Avoid uploading your return just prior to closing deadline as you may incur IT issues and we will not accept Tender Returns via e-mail. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification on, please contact the Procurement lead using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Opting In To inform us of your decision to participate and to be able to submit a tender you will be required to Opt In. Opting In will confirm to us of your involvement and your intention to submit a tender return. Opting Out Will confirm that you are no longer interested in submitting a tender return. You will be able to provide a reason as to your decision if you wish. This will cease any system-generated communications. You will be able to opt back in at any point. Target contract commencement date: 1st July 2026 Contract term: 2 years +1+1 optional Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d661b14f-7d63-4e04-8a33-d24ca80c869b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20120022-38e9-4f89-9330-3ea630204a24
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms

31625100 - Fire-detection systems

31625200 - Fire-alarm systems

71313410 - Risk or hazard assessment for construction

71315210 - Building services consultancy services

71317000 - Hazard protection and control consultancy services

71317100 - Fire and explosion protection and control consultancy services

71317200 - Health and safety services

71317210 - Health and safety consultancy services

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

75251110 - Fire-prevention services

79417000 - Safety consultancy services

90711100 - Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Tina Sanders
Contact Email
tina.sanders@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07393 782811

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFORD
Postcode
SG17 5TQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Shefford
Westminster Constituency
Hitchin

Further Information

Notice Documents

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