Tender

Fire Alarm Upgrade for the BFI National Archive

BFI

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Tender

16 Nov 2021 at 17:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The BFI (British Film Institute) has initiated a tender for the "Fire Alarm Upgrade for the BFI National Archive", targeting services in the fire safety industry. This procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with bids accepted until 24th November 2021. The successful contractor will be responsible for designing, installing, and commissioning a fully addressable fire and aspirating smoke detection system at the BFI's Conservation Centre in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire. The project aims to replace an outdated fire alarm system to better protect the important collections housed within the centre. The procurement follows an open procedure, allowing broad participation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in fire alarm systems and fire-detection technologies. Companies with capabilities in designing and implementing advanced fire safety solutions will find this tender particularly suitable. Given the critical nature of the project, businesses that demonstrate innovative approaches and proven reliability in delivering fire safety services will be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fire Alarm Upgrade for the BFI National Archive

Notice Description

The BFI is the custodian of one of the largest and most important collections of film and television in the World. The John Paul Getty Jr Conservation Centre (known as Conservation Centre) in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire houses major elements of the BFI's irreplaceable National Collection of Film and Television (Stills Posters & Special Collections) meaning early detection and a quick reaction of any fire situation is critical to ensure the safety of this collection. This ITT seeks to find a contractor to design, install and commission a complete fully addressable fire & aspirating smoke detection system(s) to replace the current single wire conventional fire alarm system which dates to the build of the site between late 1980s and early 1990s. Additional information: To take part in this tender, please visit our website, at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bfi/aspx/Tenders/Current , where you will need to register, if you haven't already, and express an interest in this opportunity to access the relevant documents. Please note expressions of interest will only be accepted via the portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8bc09cc-6295-4c2b-b261-c946600c90a4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms

31625100 - Fire-detection systems

31625200 - Fire-alarm systems

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 1-6 months
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
BFI
Contact Name
Stephen Adams
Contact Email
stephen.adams@bfi.org.uk
Contact Phone
02079574849

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1T 1LN
Post Town
West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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