Planning

EEM0067 Fire & Intruder Alarms and Fire Protection Equipment Framework

EFFICIENCY EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

23 Oct 2025 at 12:44

Planning

23 May 2025 at 07:07

Summary of the contracting process

Efficiency East Midlands Limited, a sub-central government public authority located in Alfreton, is planning to execute a tender for the EEM0067 Fire & Intruder Alarms and Fire Protection Equipment Framework. This procurement process aims to support current fire safety legislation and ensure employee and resident safety through the servicing and maintenance of various alarm and lighting systems. The framework is at the planning stage, with an engagement process scheduled to conclude by 31st January 2026. The tender is expected to be released in May 2026, with the framework becoming operative from 26th October 2026 to 25th October 2030. Contractors interested in participating must engage in preliminary market engagement activities, and the last date for submitting the market engagement questionnaire is 31st January 2026.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities, specifically targeting businesses that are BAFE, NSI, SSAIB or similarly certified and capable of providing comprehensive services across multiple regions of the United Kingdom. Ideal candidates would be firms experienced in managing complex fire safety systems, offering planned and reactive maintenance of fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, and related installations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and social enterprises (VCSEs) have suitability indicated in the tender, making it an attractive proposition for them. The open protocol requirement ensures vendor flexibility and allows for a competitive environment fostering innovation and best value solutions. This framework, valued significantly, not only promises potential revenue but also an expansive professional network within the UK’s public procurement system.

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Notice Title

EEM0067 Fire & Intruder Alarms and Fire Protection Equipment Framework

Notice Description

EEM are looking to conduct a tender exercise to create a Fire & Intruder Alarms, Sprinkler Systems and Fire Protection Equipment, Emergency Lighting Systems Framework. The framework will support Members meet current legislation and guidance for fire safety and to ensure employee and resident safety, through the regular servicing and maintenance of Fire, Sprinkler, Intruder, and Emergency Lighting Systems. The framework will provide EEM Members with a route to procure the works listed below and maintenance will include planned and reactive maintenance: * Fire Alarm Systems Service and Maintenance (Conventional, Addressable, Analogue Addressable and Wireless). * Fire Alarm Systems Upgrades and New System Installations (Conventional, Addressable, Analogue Addressable and Wireless). * Detection Devices (Smoke, Flame, Optical Beam, Heat, Carbon Monoxide, Multi-Sensor, Aspirating Smoke and Manual Call Points). * Output Devices (Warning System/Bell Relays, Door Holder Relays, Auxillary Relays, Loop Sounders and Visual Alarm Signals). * Intruder Alarm System Installations, Upgrades, Maintenance and Repairs. * Sprinkler, Misting and Suppression Systems Retrofitting Works, New Installations, Maintenance and Repairs. * Aspirating System Installations, Upgrades, Maintenance and Repairs. * Fire Protection Equipment Supply, Maintenance, and Refill o Fire Extinguishers o Fire Hydrants o Fire Dampers o Fire Shutters o Fire Blankets o Fire Evacuation Chairs o Hose Reels, Inlets, Valves and Nozzles o Safety Signs * Dry and Wet Riser Systems, Maintenance, Repairs and System Upgrades. * Automatic Opening Vents (AOVs) Maintenance, Repairs and System Upgrades. * Fire Door Inspection Services * Emergency Lighting Systems Maintenance, Repairs and System Upgrades. * Fire and Intruder Alarm Engineers * All builders work and making good/redecoration of all building fabric disturbed by associated works. * Testing, commissioning, and system demonstrations, as fitted drawings and operation and maintenance manuals and any other works associated with contracts including any of the above-described works. EEM are looking to appoint up to 8 Contractors to the framework to carry out Fire Alarm System and Fire Protection Equipment works. Contractors must be BAFE, NSI, SSAIB or an equivalent UKAS accredited Third Party Certified Provider. Contractors carrying out Intruder Alarm System works via our Framework must be certified to NSI Silver or Gold, SSAIB, or an equivalent UKAS accredited Third Party Certified Provider. Sprinkler and Misting Systems must be designed and installed in compliance with BS 9251 by a UKAS third party accredited installer and maintained by a UKAS certified third party and in accordance with BS EN 12845. Contractor/s carrying out emergency lighting works, fire alarm system works and any electrical works shall be NICEIC/ECA (or equal and approved) and carry out electrical works to the latest Electrical Regulations; BS 7671 18th edition. Engineers must have received training to ensure competence and a high standard of installation for the types of systems they are installing . All framework contractors MUST be compliant with The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 Furthermore, all goods, works and services supplied to users will be delivered in accordance with all relevant British, European and international Standards for fire safety systems or products. Contractors awarded contracts via this framework agreement shall conduct all necessary investigations, checks and the like to ensure that: * The Member is meeting its legal obligations in respect of requirements relating to the fire alarm / detection systems, emergency lighting systems, and firefighting installations and equipment contained within its properties; and * The Member is meeting its legal obligations in respect of The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, which places a responsibility on individuals within an organisation to carry out risk assessments to identify, manage and reduce the risk of fire. The above listed works are all types of works covered by the framework and organisations applying for the framework will need to ensure they can cover the above listed requirements in order to apply for the framework as we are not accepting submissions for single types of maintenance or installation services (i.e. Intruder Alarms only). All Contractors appointed to the framework must be committed to delivering open protocol solutions to Members using our framework. Open protocol systems offer flexibility and a choice of solutions whilst ensuring future repairs and upgrades can be completed by any engineer with the relevant framework competence levels and without any system restrictions in place. Open protocol systems prevent procurement restrictions and allow Members to run competitions via our framework to procure the best value for money solution.

Planning Information

The purpose of this engagement process is to conduct preliminary market engagement with potential contractors interested in participating in the upcoming EEM0067 Fire & Intruder Alarms and Fire Protection Framework. This process will help us understand market capabilities, refine our procurement strategy, and ensure that the framework is structured effectively to meet project requirements. This preliminary market engagement notice is being used to engage with the market and interested organisations are encouraged to: - Complete the Fire & Intruder Alarms and Fire Protection Framework market engagement questionnaire to express their interest and provide initial feedback: https://forms.office.com/e/h0J0rreYPV - Register interest in attending a meet the buyer session by emailing rosie@eem.org.uk with the preferred dates and max 3 attendees, these will be held between mid November - December 2025 either on Microsoft Teams or at EEM Offices: Unit 3 Maisies Way South Normanton Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 2DS. Interested organisations should note the questionnaire link will expire on 31st January 2026 14:00. The details contained within this notice are provisional and are subject to change. This is a preliminary market engagement notice, and the tender documents are NOT available at this stage. EEM expect to release the tender in May 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051fc1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067828-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

50 - Repair and maintenance services

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


CPV Codes

31518200 - Emergency lighting equipment

31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms

35111300 - Fire extinguishers

35111320 - Portable fire-extinguishers

35111500 - Fire suppression system

39525400 - Fire blankets

44115500 - Sprinkler systems

44482000 - Fire-protection devices

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

79711000 - Alarm-monitoring services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£125,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 May 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EFFICIENCY EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@eem.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ALFRETON
Postcode
DE55 2DS
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF12 East Derbyshire
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), TLL Wales

Local Authority
Bolsover
Electoral Ward
South Normanton East
Westminster Constituency
Bolsover

Further Information

Notice Documents

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