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02 Oct 2025 at 11:04

Award

02 Sep 2025 at 12:26

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20 Jun 2025 at 12:04

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16 Jun 2025 at 16:46

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29 Apr 2025 at 15:43

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29 Apr 2025 at 15:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Nottingham City Council involves the planned maintenance and repairs of fire and intruder alarm systems across council-owned properties in Nottingham. This contract, identified as CPU 5568, falls under the category of miscellaneous engineering services and is set to take place from 3rd November 2025 to 2nd November 2029. The project received interest from numerous businesses, with the award successfully contracted to Defensor Maintenance Limited. The procurement adopted an open procedure, reflective of the transparent and competitive nature of the tender, ensuring that both reactive and preventative maintenance services are covered, including 24-hour emergency support.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the engineering services sector, especially those specialising in alarm systems maintenance and repair. Companies with expertise in providing round-the-clock services and those that meet the technical criteria such as BAFE accreditation are well-suited to compete in such tenders. The contract's significant value, with a total potential worth of £1.2 million, underscores the potential for growth and stability it represents for an SME like Defensor Maintenance Limited. Engaging in these public sector contracts not only enhances an organisation's portfolio but also fosters long-term relationships with public authorities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CPU 5568 Fire & Intruder Alarms Planned Maintenance & Repairs

Notice Description

The scope of this works is servicing, maintaining and the instillation of Fire & Intruder Alarms systems including reactive & remedial repairs during normal working hours and 24 out of hours coverage, 365 days a year on any Nottingham City Council owned properties.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05096a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061597-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71330000 - Miscellaneous engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 2 Nov 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
2029-04-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Nottingham City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG2 3NG
Postcode Area
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF14 Nottingham

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Defensor Maintenance Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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