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Brook House - EML System Ground Floor Phase 1

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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07 Jul 2025 at 14:37

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the replacement of the emergency lighting system at Brook House has been conducted by Kent County Council. The project is titled "Brook House - EML System Ground Floor Phase 1" and falls within the "Emergency lighting equipment" industry category, with services set to be provided in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was initiated through an open procedure and is currently in the award stage, with the contract awarded to E. Saunders Ltd. The contract period is scheduled from 1st November 2024 to 31st December 2024, following the tender period which ended on 11th October 2024.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in emergency lighting systems, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, to offer modern, cost-effective solutions that address the client's urgent needs effectively. Companies with the ability to implement smart self-test solutions that can be monitored remotely would find this contract particularly well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging with this contract can provide businesses with a chance to partner with a local government entity and expand their presence in the public sector market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Brook House - EML System Ground Floor Phase 1

Notice Description

A Description of the Goods, Services or Works that are being ordered Replacement of existing Emergency Lighting System with a new SMART SELF TEST system. This is due to existing system being obsolete and incurring high replacement costs from suppliers. Site Is a multiuse occupancy site over 4 floors. Due to the lack of EML and therefore lack of illumination of escape routes, urgent replacement is required to ensure continued operations throughout the building. The most economical and sift procedure is single quote with a phased approach to allow relocation of end users. This upgrade will future proof site and can be monitored from via an app / website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca14ad11-504e-4164-a641-50ba91d887db
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

31518200 - Emergency lighting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£26,479 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£26,479 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 1-6 months
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
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

E. SAUNDERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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