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Award

29 Mar 2022 at 09:33

Tender

07 Jun 2021 at 17:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton is seeking a contractor for the tender titled "Fire Alarm and Related Life Safety Systems Testing, Inspection, Servicing, Repair and Minor Works". This procurement falls under the category of services, specifically focusing on the repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical installations. The tender is being conducted through a selective procurement method, and the associated activities are set to take place in the Winchester and Southampton areas. Key contract details indicate a total value of £3,500,000 and the tender period concluded on July 8, 2021, with a subsequent invitation date for the second stage of the procurement set for August 25, 2021.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the maintenance and servicing sector, especially those specialising in electrical and mechanical systems. Companies with established credentials in safety regulations, quality assurance, and technical capability in fire alarm systems would be ideally suited to compete for this tender. Additionally, businesses prepared to provide 24-hour breakdown services and have suitable insurance coverage will have a competitive advantage. Engaging successfully with this tender may not only enhance a company's profile but also secure a long-term partnership with a prestigious educational institution.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Fire Alarm and Related Life Safety Systems Testing, Inspection, Servicing, Repair and Minor Works

Notice Description

The University of Southampton, (The University), is a multi-campus educational and research organisation. Properties on the Estate range from highly serviced clean room complexes through laboratories, sports complexes, teaching facilities, halls of residencies to residential houses. The University requires that the Contractor tests, services and maintains all fire alarm systems and associated equipment within its Estate in accordance with this specification and the standards referred to in it. This specification and the standards referred to therein require the Contractor to execute the works in a safe and workmanlike manner. The main work undertaken by the Contractor shall cover: (i) Routine testing, inspection, servicing, repair and minor works to all systems in accordance with the current and applicable Regulations, Statutory standards, Codes of Practice and any other current legislation. (ii) Defect rectification and upgrade works as directed by the Contract Administrator to a maximum value of PS25,000.00 per order. Larger projects will be by way of a competitive quotation. (iii) Provide 24-hour Call-out breakdown service with maximum 2-hour response time. (iv) Account shall be taken of the University's additional requirements as outlined in Annex 1 of this tender document (v) Other tasks as instructed by the Contract Administrator.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Southampton, (The University), is a multi-campus educational and research organisation. Properties on the Estate range from highly serviced clean room complexes through laboratories, sports complexes, teaching facilities, halls of residencies to residential houses. The University requires that the Contractor tests services and maintains all fire alarm systems and associated equipment within its Estate in accordance with this specification and the standards referred to in it. The Works comprise the testing, inspection, servicing, repair and minor works of University fire alarm systems and associated equipment within the Contract area of all systems in accordance with the current and applicable Regulations, Statutory standards, Codes of Practice and any other current legislation. Defect rectification and upgrade works as directed by the Contract Administrator to a maximum value of PS25,000.00 per order. Larger projects will be by way of a competitive quotation. Provide 24-hour Call-out breakdown service with maximum 2-hour response time. Account shall be taken of the University's additional requirements as outlined in Annex 1 of this tender document (Qualifications to BS5839:2019 and extras). Other tasks as instructed by the Contract Administrator. Supply, if so requested on parts and equipment. Note: i. The Advanced Fire Panels and Apollo peripheral devices form the bulk of this contract however the full list of systems to be included in the contract is found in Schedule 5 - Systems Asset Listing. ii. The successful service provider will be required from time to time to sub-contract with prime contractors for commissioning and other services related to new building contracts.

Renewal: This contract is subject to renewal upon expiry of the initial term and any possible extensions. Details surrounding the contract term can be found within File 2 of tender documentation - Selection Stage Scope, Guidance and Instructions (section2.6). The formal renewal process surrounding this contract will take place prior to the full contract term ending. At this point, a new service provider will be formally procured to resume contractual performance before the next scheduled iteration of this service requirement continues.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02b91f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008350-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

50711000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Mar 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20224 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Estimated timing for further notices to be published: This contract is subject to renewal upon expiry of the initial term and/or any possible extensions thereafter. Specific details surrounding the contract term can be found within File 2 - Selection Stage Scope, Guidance and Instructions (section 2.6) of the tender documentation.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Postcode Area
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Premier Fire Security Ltd

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