Award

Fire Safety Services

MEDWAY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

20 Mar 2026 at 11:30

Award

27 Jan 2026 at 12:06

Tender

02 Oct 2025 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

Medway Council, located in Chatham, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process for Fire Safety Services, aimed at ensuring compliance with all relevant safety legislation across its properties. Presented under the industry category of services, this contract signifies an open competition procurement method, and covers various services including fire alarm systems and safety consultancy. The procurement process culminated in awarding the contract to RGE Services Ltd on 20th March 2026, with the contract set to commence from 1st April 2026. The contract spans a period of three years with provisions for subsequent extensions up to seven years, reflecting a continued commitment to fire prevention and safety across council-managed premises in the region UKJ41.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in fire safety systems, installation of safety equipment, and health and safety consultancy services. The contract, valued at approximately £3.5 million, encourages participation from large enterprises, although significant competition from SMEs was observed during the bidding phase. Businesses with expertise in maintenance and repair of firefighting equipment, fire prevention services, and installation services can leverage this opportunity to establish or expand their footprint within the public sector. The procurement process's open method invites diverse participation and provides growth avenues for firms adept in delivering high-quality and compliant fire safety solutions.

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Notice Title

Fire Safety Services

Notice Description

Fire safety services and associated works that the appointed Contractor will perform to support the running of Medway Council properties and compliance with all relevant legislation. Period of Contract: The contract will be for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for a further 2 years, and then a further 2 year period up to a maximum term of 7 years.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will be for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for a further 2 years, and then a further 2 year period up to a maximum term of 7 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a69b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025665-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

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


CPV Codes

31625200 - Fire-alarm systems

44482000 - Fire-protection devices

45233292 - Installation of safety equipment

45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work

50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment

51700000 - Installation services of fire protection equipment

71317200 - Health and safety services

75251110 - Fire-prevention services

79417000 - Safety consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MEDWAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHATHAM
Postcode
ME4 4TR
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
TLJ41 Medway

Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Chatham Central & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Rochester and Strood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RGE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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