Planning

**PRE-MARKET ENGAGEMENT** DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS TRANSFORMATION PROJECT

APEX HOUSING ASSOCIATION

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Planning

29 May 2025 at 09:37

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Apex Housing Association, a public authority operating under Northern Irish devolved regulations, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for their Digital Communications Transformation Project. This initiative aims to replace and upgrade life safety and building communication systems across 36 sites, including sheltered housing schemes, flats, hostels, community centres, and various commercial units. Located in Londonderry, UK, the procurement process is directed towards the building installation works category, with key systems such as fire alarms, intercom equipment, and security systems involved. The current phase is a pre-market engagement exercise, scheduled until 12 June 2025, to gather market insights that will aid in shaping a forthcoming tender. Interested suppliers are encouraged to participate by completing the questionnaire available through eTendersNI.

This tender represents an outstanding opportunity for suppliers specialising in security systems, communication infrastructure, and building installation services to engage in a substantial public sector project. Businesses that offer innovative solutions in the technological upgrade of life safety and communication systems stand to benefit significantly. The Apex Housing Association's focus on comprehensive site upgrades suggests a substantial contract potential, suitable for established firms with proven capabilities in handling complex, multi-location projects. Engaging in this process could not only provide direct contract opportunities but also position businesses favourably for future collaborations with similar public authorities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

**PRE-MARKET ENGAGEMENT** DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS TRANSFORMATION PROJECT

Notice Description

***This is a Pre-Market Engagement Exercise*** The purpose of the preliminary market engagement exercise is to inform suppliers in the current market and gain information to inform a potential future procurement. This Exercise will be used to assist Apex Housing Association in gaining a better understanding of the market/feasibility of the requirements, the most appropriate procurement and operational approach, the capacity of the market to deliver the requirements and an opportunity for the market to highlight any possible risks or issues that may not have previously been considered. APEX Housing Association is preparing to procure the delivery of a Digital Communication Transformation Project across its portfolio, which includes, - Sheltered housing schemes - General needs Flats - Hostels - Community Centres - Community Hubs - Retail Units - Offices This project involves the replacement and upgrade of existing life safety and building communication systems across 36 sites in total. The systems to be replaced include: - Fire Alarm Systems - Warden Call Systems - Video Intercom Systems - Access Control Systems - Security / Intruder Detection Systems. Interested suppliers should complete the questionnaire and submit responses via eTendersNI messaging.

Planning Information

This PME will be conducted through: - Issue of this notice and written questionnaire - Follow-up interviews or supplier meetings where relevant - Optional site visits or presentations (subject to response volume) If you wish to participate in the Contracting Authority's Preliminary Market Engagement for this requirement, a questionnaire for completion is available via eTendersNI under ID **PRE-MARKET ENGAGEMENT** DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS TRANSFORMATION PROJECT Interested suppliers should complete the questionnaire and submit responses via eTendersNI messaging.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052895
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028363-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms

32360000 - Intercom equipment

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

45300000 - Building installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
APEX HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@apex.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDONDERRY
Postcode
BT48 6HL
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0A Derry City and Strabane
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Derry City and Strabane
Electoral Ward
City Walls
Westminster Constituency
Foyle

Further Information

Notice Documents

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