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Depot Fire Hydrants Design and Build - Tranche 1

Transport for London

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

Award

13 Jul 2026 at 16:35

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
TenderUpdate

05 Mar 2026 at 14:30

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

23 Feb 2026 at 14:59

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

13 Nov 2025 at 09:53

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

05 Nov 2025 at 10:59

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

21 May 2025 at 13:11

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Depot Fire Hydrants Design and Build - Tranche 1" was led by Transport for London (TfL), located at 5 Endeavour Square, London. This procurement pertains to the works industry category and involves the design and upgrade of fire hydrant systems at two locations: Queens Park Sidings and Triangle Sidings. The process progressed through several stages, beginning with planning and tender updates, culminating in the contract award stage announced on 13th July 2026. A notable deadline within the procurement was the eight-working-day standstill period following the award notice publication. The procurement method used was an open, below-threshold competition catering to utilities.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, especially those specialising in firefighting equipment and safety installations. The successful contractor, Delcore Fire Engineering Ltd, illustrates the suitability of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to compete for such contracts. Businesses well-versed in the British Standards for hydrant systems or those capable of ensuring compliance with TfL standards are well-positioned to thrive in this sector. Additionally, businesses that can provide comprehensive survey and installation services might find substantial growth potential in similar procurement opportunities initiated by public authorities such as TfL.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Depot Fire Hydrants Design and Build - Tranche 1

Notice Description

This Contract Award Notice is issued in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 to notify the market of the intention to award a contract and to formally commence the standstill period for Design and Build of Depot Fire Hydrants at 2 locations (Queens Park and Triangle Sidings) The currently installed hydrant systems at certain depots do not meet current regulations and British Standards (BS) due to the age of the systems, so an upgrade is required as the readings at the locations tested were below the levels stipulated in BS and TfL standards. In case of a fire, the system is unable to supply water at the required pressure and flow rate to extinguish fires. The requirement of the procurement is to appoint a contractor to undertake works to ensure that fire hydrant systems at the 2 locations are fully operable, in good working condition and in full compliance with relevant safety legislations associated with the hydrant system - BS and TFL standards In line with the Procurement Act 2023, this Contract Award Notice triggers an 8 working day standstill period, as applied automatically by the Find a Tender system. The Authority will not enter into the contract before the end of this standstill period. The proposed contract is awarded to Delcore Fire Engineering Ltd in accordance with Procurement Act 2023

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The term of the draft contract is for an initial one (1) year and six (6) months with the option to extend by a further period of up to twelve 12 months at TfL's sole discretion.

Planning Information

TfL invites suppliers to participate in this Preliminary Market Engagement exercise by expressing their interest in this procurement and completing a Market Survey Questionnaire (MSQ). All feedback received will be treated confidentially and will help to shape the upcoming procurement opportunity (subject to the Freedom of Information Act) Information on the engagement process and the procurement can be found in MSQ documents which will be forwarded to interested suppliers via SAP Ariba. TfL's e-sourcing platform. TfL reserve the right to change our procurement approach. The engagement process consists of the following key steps: registering Interest - 1. Suppliers who wish to participate should express their interest by emailing victorialawal@tfl.gov.uk and quoting WS1869833860 Design and Build of Depot Fire Hydrants for Queens Park sidings and Triangle sidings OR 2. Register under RISQS RICCL codes C.D.3.7: Protective Installations (Including fire protective systems) / Supply. on/before Friday 21 November 2025. This activity is focusing on the market, rather than the merits of individual suppliers. It includes no element of supplier selection or bid evaluation. There is no commitment of any kind inferred by either party. The MSQ will remain open until 17.00hrs on Friday 21 November on TfL's SAP Ariba e-tendering portal. Once TfL receives confirmation of interest from prospective participants the MSQ document and the Technical Requirements Specification (TRS) be available to them on TfL's SAP Ariba e-tendering system. Suppliers not registered on TfL's SAP Ariba system and are interested in participating can use the link below to register. https://tfl.gov.uk/info-for/suppliers-and-contractors/become-a-tfl-supplier Review and complete the MSQ response by return date stated in the MSQ document. TfL encourages all interested suppliers to take part in this process. Your insights and expertise will be invaluable in shaping our approach. If you have any questions about the process, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Victoria Lawal via victorialawal@tfl.gov.uk. We look forward to hearing from you.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051a98
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065785-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

45 - Construction work

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment

45343200 - Firefighting equipment installation work

45343220 - Fire-extinguishers installation work

79311000 - Survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,232,541 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,232,541 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£670,451 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
23 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
13 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 29 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Transport for London
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Postcode Area
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DELCORE FIRE ENGINEERING LTD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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