Tender

AT1379 Maintenance & Servicing Fire Safety Systems (Corporate Buildings)

LUTON COUNCIL

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20 Mar 2025 at 08:54

Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council has initiated a competitive flexible procedure to appoint a single provider for the maintenance and servicing of fire safety systems in their corporate buildings, under the tender title AT1379 Maintenance & Servicing Fire Safety Systems (Corporate Buildings). The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an expression of interest deadline set for 1st May 2025. The procurement covers services related to fire-detection systems, fire-alarm systems, and fire-prevention services, with the contract expected to commence on 1st August 2025. The estimated contract value is £2,500,000, and it includes a delivery location within the UKH21 region, encompassing Luton and the surrounding areas. Potential bidders must submit their proposals electronically as per the submission policies stated.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in fire safety, maintenance, and related technological services. Companies capable of offering comprehensive fire safety solutions, including the provision and maintenance of fire extinguishers, fire control panels, and other crucial fire safety equipment, will find this contract particularly suited to their capabilities. Given the scope of services required, businesses with a 24/7 manned emergency response service and an efficient client-accessible online portal stand to benefit the most. The procurement process emphasises quality, social value, and pricing aspects, making it an excellent opportunity for businesses committed to high standards and community contributions.

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Notice Title

AT1379 Maintenance & Servicing Fire Safety Systems (Corporate Buildings)

Notice Description

Luton Council have a requirement to appoint a single provider to supply, maintain and service fire safety equipment in our corporate buildings to meet the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, including but not limited to; Fire Extinguishers, Fire Control panels, Fire Blankets, Call Points etc. The Contractor must provide a 24/7 hour 365 day manned telephone number for receiving all emergency calls and have an online portal which the Client can access. This tender notice is for the award of a public contract through a competitive flexible procedure. There is no negotiation stage. Top two highest scoring Bidders to be taken to interview and presentation stage. All initial bids will be evaluated.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ef6f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010294-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

31625100 - Fire-detection systems

31625200 - Fire-alarm systems

75251110 - Fire-prevention services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mrs Caroline Sturman
Contact Email
caroline.sturman@luton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH21 Luton

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

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