Planning

Fire Safety Equipment & Maintenance Works

ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Planning

11 Apr 2025 at 09:44

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Ashford Borough Council has announced a planned procurement for "Fire Safety Equipment & Maintenance Works." This procurement process is currently in the planning stage and targets the installation and maintenance of fire-prevention equipment. It falls under the industry category of fire-prevention installation works (CPV code: 45343000). The procurement process is set to commence with an official notice on 1 August 2025, with the contract period expected to run from 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2030. This project is located in the UK, specifically in the region of South East England (UKJ45). Interested suppliers should note the gross project value of £1,020,000, with the estimated contract value standing at £850,000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in fire safety systems, equipment installation, and maintenance services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the tender shows a predisposition towards SME suitability. Companies with experience in public sector contracts and the capacity to handle significant projects over an extended contract period will be well-positioned to benefit. Engaging in this contract could enhance business growth by providing a stable and lucrative revenue stream, visibility and reputation in the public safety sector, and potential for future government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fire Safety Equipment & Maintenance Works

Notice Description

Fire Safety Equipment & Maintenance Works procurement

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050122
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014494-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@ashford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN23 1HU
Post Town
Tonbridge
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
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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