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VMREF0017 - Fire and Intruder Alarms Maintenance and Repairs - Abbey MAT

HEART ACADEMIES TRUST

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05 Jan 2026 at 07:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for maintaining and repairing fire and intruder alarms across all schools in the Abbey Multi Academy Trust has reached the award stage, with the contract being awarded to ADT Fire and Security Plc. The contract, valued at approximately £70,954.54, is scheduled to commence on 1st September 2025 and run until 31st August 2027. The procurement method utilised is selective, through a dynamic purchasing system, which encourages competition and quality service delivery. This contract involves a comprehensive service to ensure safety via planned routine inspections, emergency response, and technical support 24/7, with operations based in Yorkshire and the Humber, UK, aligning with the industry categories of electrical and mechanical equipment installation, and fire protection services.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses that specialise in fire and security services, specifically those accredited by industry bodies such as NSI and BAFE. The procurement is particularly compatible for SMEs with the capability to handle complex alarm systems, provide rapid emergency response, and utilise technologies like Nimbus for centralised monitoring of alarm faults. Suppliers must demonstrate expertise, offer a dedicated account manager, and provide 24/7 availability for service delivery. By securing such contracts, businesses can leverage the chance to offer high-quality services to educational institutions, fostering long-term relationships and enhancing their portfolio within the UK public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

VMREF0017 - Fire and Intruder Alarms Maintenance and Repairs - Abbey MAT

Notice Description

PLEASE NOTE, THIS OPPORTUNITY IS ONLY SUITABLE FOR SUPPLIERS THAT ARE AUTHORISED TO WORK ON MANAGED PROTOCOL PANELS INCLUDING FIRECLASS PANELS (E.G. FIRECLASS FC708D). This Further Competition (FC) is being issued by Abbey Multi Academy Trust to procure a long term contract for Fire and Intruder Alarms Maintenance and Repairs across all schools via the DPS for the provision of goods and services to drive social impact and improvement. The contract should cover both the maintenance and monitoring of both the Fire and Intruder systems. The following are essential requirements for all suppliers: * The supplier must be accredited with relevant industry bodies such as NSI, BAFE, etc. * The supplier must be able to offer access to Nimbus (or equivalent software) to provide a centralised platform for monitoring fire alarm faults and related data. * The supplier must be authorised to work on managed protocol panels including Fireclass panels (e.g. Fireclass FC708D). Evidence of this authorisation will need to be submitted before Contract Award. * The supplier must offer 24/7 support with a 4-hour call out service to ensure prompt response to any issues and minimise potential risks or downtime. * The supplier must provide a dedicated account manager to act as a primary point of contact. The tasks required as part of this contract include but are not limited to: * Help desk support (must be 24/365) * Technician availability (must be 24/365) * Prompt response times to emergency call outs (4 hour maximum) * Planned routine inspections * 2 services per year for both Fire and Intruder systems (minimum 1 Intruder service and 2 Fire services per year must be in person) * Minor adjustments * Warranty for additionally fitted equipment (minimum 12 months) * Review of fire and security requirements

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-da1dd149-19d4-441f-b9cc-9fe7ee3509c7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a99aa2b-f46f-4608-bde7-90ca1fca463f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

51 - Installation services (except software)

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

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

CPV Codes

51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

51700000 - Installation services of fire protection equipment

64223000 - Paging services

79700000 - Investigation and security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,954 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 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
HEART ACADEMIES TRUST
Contact Name
Zoe Court
Contact Email
procurement@heartacademiestrust.co.uk
Contact Phone
07741 404863

Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK41 7PZ
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
De Parys
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ADT FIRE AND SECURITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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