Planning

Tower Bridge Fire Suppression - Contractor

THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON

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Planning

06 Jun 2025 at 14:09

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of London Corporation is in the planning stage of a procurement process for a project titled "Tower Bridge Fire Suppression - Contractor." The project falls under the "works" category and involves comprehensive fire suppression system upgrades at Tower Bridge. This includes replacing existing sprinkler and gas suppression systems, integrating with the Building Management System, and upgrading water systems. The procurement process is scheduled to start on 1st October 2025, with completion by 30th April 2027. The procurement is valued at £4.5 million (gross £5.4 million) and is above the threshold for large-scale projects in the United Kingdom. The project will be conducted in a sensitive, Grade I listed structure, requiring careful planning and compliance with applicable regulations. A future notice is expected by 1st July 2025.

This upcoming tender presents significant business opportunities for contractors specialising in fire prevention installation works and related services. The contract requires expertise in working within listed buildings and handling complex integration with existing systems, presenting growth opportunities for firms with relevant experience. Additionally, businesses engaged in heritage construction and those possessing qualifications suitable for voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE) will find this tender particularly fitting for their capabilities. By positioning themselves to meet the specific needs of this high-profile project, businesses can enhance their portfolios and leverage the visibility and prestige associated with working on such a landmark.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tower Bridge Fire Suppression - Contractor

Notice Description

The City of London Corporation intends to appoint a principal contractor to undertake comprehensive fire suppression system upgrades at Tower Bridge. The scope includes the removal of existing sprinkler systems and the installation of new fire suppression systems covering the North and South Towers, abutments, high-level walkways, engine rooms, and the shop. Additionally, the project involves replacing gas suppression systems in four machine rooms, integrating systems with the Building Management System (BMS), and upgrading boosted mains and domestic cold-water systems. Works will be carried out within a live, Grade I listed structure, requiring meticulous planning to minimise disruption and ensure compliance with heritage and safety regulations. This is not a call for competition and no tender documents are available at this time.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05449f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030656-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works

51700000 - Installation services of fire protection equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jun 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Apr 2027 1-2 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
THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CITY OF LONDON
Postcode
EC2P 2EJ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Clerkenwell
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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