Award

Sprinkler System Servicing & Fire Alarm Testing

GENTOO GROUP

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

10 Sep 2025 at 13:53

Tender

10 Jan 2025 at 19:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Sprinkler System Servicing & Fire Alarm Testing has been conducted by Gentoo Group Limited under the Procurement Assist Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). This contract focuses on fire-prevention services, specifically within the services category, encompassing sprinkler system servicing, repairs, maintenance, and fire alarm testing within the Sunderland area. The procurement was carried out using a selective method under a restricted procedure and has reached the award stage, with contracts signed on 18th August 2025. The total contract value is £700,000, shared equally between two suppliers, Churches Fire Security Ltd and UK Dry Risers Maintenance. This process falls under the CPV classification code 75251110, targeting the fire-prevention industrial sector and is predominantly located in Sunderland, with potential for services to extend across regional management areas.

This tender presents a viable opportunity for large-scale businesses specialised in fire prevention and safety systems to expand their operational reach and enhance their service offerings via collaboration with established bodies such as Gentoo Group and Procurement Assist. Given the size and scope of the project, it is well-suited for firms capable of managing extensive maintenance and installation contracts for fire safety systems. Additionally, the framework agreement and potential extensions provide a stable, long-term business relationship. This procurement seeks to blend high-quality service delivery with competitive pricing, highlighting opportunities for companies that excel in delivering both value and premium fire safety solutions. Businesses equipped to handle dynamic purchasing systems within the realm of public sector opportunities, especially those with capacity for large contracts potentially involving multiple geographical locations, would be ideal contenders.

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Notice Title

Sprinkler System Servicing & Fire Alarm Testing

Notice Description

Sprinkler System Servicing & Fire Alarm Testing Gentoo Group Limited (GGL), have conducted a further competition under the Procurement Assist (PA) Fire Prevention Works (ref PA CI 04) Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the creation and implementation of new Sprinkler System Servicing (including repairs and maintenance) and Fire Alarm and Aspirating System Testing (on an ad hoc basis) contract.

Lot Information

Sprinkler System Service and Installations

Sprinkler System Servicing and Fire Alarm Testing. Procured in partnership with Procure Assist. Leasehold consultation undertaken

Options: 2 x 12 month extension

Renewal: Procurement Assist are extending the active period of the DPS to 31 May 2029. The DPS will be reviewed on an annual basis for amendment, further extension, termination or to re-procure.

Fire Alarm System Service and Installations

Including, but not limited to: *Servicing of existing fire alarm system to ensure it meets current legislation. *Removal of existing fire alarm system *Design of new fire alarm system ensuring it is fit for purpose *Installation of new fire alarm system

Renewal: Procurement Assist are extending the active period of the DPS to 31 May 2029. The DPS will be reviewed on an annual basis for amendment, further extension, termination or to re-procure.

Fire Prevention Works (From FRA Assessments)

Including, but not limited to: *Deliver remedial works from FRA Assessment work carried out already by the Client to ensure the Client meets all current regulations (as at the time). This may include enhancement of signage, installation of intumescent strips, application of fire retardant wall coverings, lighting replacement and correct fire compartmentation (in void spaces and corridors).

Renewal: Procurement Assist are extending the active period of the DPS to 31 May 2029. The DPS will be reviewed on an annual basis for amendment, further extension, termination or to re-procure.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04cf57
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055449-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work

51700000 - Installation services of fire protection equipment

75251110 - Fire-prevention services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£75,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 20294 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GENTOO GROUP
Additional Buyers

PROCUREMENT ASSIST LIMITED C/O INTEGRATED FACILITIES MANAGEMENT BOLTON LTD (IFM BOLTON)

Contact Name
Neil Dixon
Contact Email
067389@logon.tothedomain.com, tenders@procurementassist.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3301281336

Buyer Location

Locality
BOLTON
Postcode
BL4 0JR
Post Town
Bolton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Doxford
Westminster Constituency
Houghton and Sunderland South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

CHURCHES FIRE SECURITY

UK DRY RISERS MAINTENANCE

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