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B971(2021) Install and Maintain Fire Detection and Alarm Systems in NIE Networks

NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LTD

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Award

26 Jan 2022 at 22:45

Tender

21 Apr 2021 at 21:55

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Ltd, which has initiated a tender titled "B971 (2021) Install and Maintain Fire Detection and Alarm Systems in NIE Networks". This contract falls under the category of "Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment" and is primarily located in Northern Ireland. The procurement is currently at the active stage, with a total budget of £1,268,000 allocated for the duration of the framework agreements, which are set for five years with the option to extend for an additional three years. The tender submission deadline is 25th May 2021, and the procurement method employed is a selective procedure, involving a negotiated procedure with a prior call for competition.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses in the fire detection and alarm systems sector, particularly those specialising in installation, maintenance, and related training services. Companies equipped to handle projects involving electrical high voltage substations, office, and industrial buildings will find themselves well-suited to compete. Additionally, firms that can ensure high-quality service and competitive pricing will stand a strong chance of securing a contract under this framework agreement, as the award criteria prioritise quality (30%) and price (70%).

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Notice Title

B971(2021) Install and Maintain Fire Detection and Alarm Systems in NIE Networks

Notice Description

The Contracting Entity intends to establish Framework Arrangements for the provision of New Fire Detection and Alarm Systems and Maintenance of Fire Detection, Alarm Systems and Fire Suppression Systems. The Framework Agreements will be for a period of five (5) years with an option, exercisable entirely at the discretion of the Contracting Entity and subject to the terms of the Framework Agreements, to extend by a further optional period of up to three (3) years, with a total potential duration of eight (8) years.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Installation of New Fire Detection and Alarm Systems for NIE Networks

Installation of new fire detection & alarm systems, including testing, certification and training NIE Networks staff who operate the equipment. The installation environment shall include electrical high voltage substations and industrial buildings.

Options: Each Framework Agreement will be for a period of five (5) years with an option, exercisable entirely at the discretion of the Contracting Entity and subject to the terms of the Framework Agreement, to extend by a further optional period of up to three(3) years, with a total potential duration of eight (8) years.

Renewal: At the end of the term, the framework arrangement may be subject to renewal

Lot 2 - Maintenance of NIE Networks Fire Detection, Alarm Systems and Fire Suppression Systems

Service & Maintain NIE Networks fire detection & alarm systems and fire suppression systems including testing, certification and training NIE Networks staff who operate the equipment. The maintenance environment shall include electrical high voltage substations, office and industrial buildings

Options: Each Framework Agreement will be for a period of five (5) years with an option, exercisable entirely at the discretion of the Contracting Entity and subject to the terms of the Framework Agreement, to extend by a further optional period of up to three (3) years, with a total potential duration of eight (8) years.

Renewal: At the end of the term, the framework arrangement may be subject to renewal

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02a8d6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002363-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work

45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works

50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment

51700000 - Installation services of fire protection equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,268,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,267,200 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£778,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jan 20224 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active, Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LTD
Contact Name
Noreen Magowan
Contact Email
noreen.magowan@nienetworks.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST,
Postcode
BT9 5HT
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland, TLN0 Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Electoral Ward
Westminster Constituency

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIS SECURITY SOLUTIONS

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