Tender

Planned Maintenance of Fire Systems and Emergency Lighting

CITY OF YORK COUNCIL

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16 Oct 2025 at 12:39

Tender

08 Oct 2025 at 23:25

Summary of the contracting process

The City of York Council is seeking contractors for the planned maintenance of fire systems and emergency lighting, with a focus on enhancing safety and meeting statutory obligations. This open procurement process is classified under the security and construction sectors, suitable for works contracts, and takes place in York, United Kingdom. The opportunity is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 12th November 2025, and enquiries closing a week prior on 5th November 2025. Interested parties can submit their proposals online in accordance with the electronic submission policy. The contract is valued at approximately £1.68 million and is scheduled to commence on 1st February 2026, running until 31st January 2029, with potential extensions up to 2031.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in construction and safety equipment sectors, particularly those experienced in fire system maintenance. It's notably advantageous for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) due to specific suitability criteria that support SME participation. Companies focusing on quality and cost-effective solutions stand a good chance, with the evaluation aiming at 60% quality and 40% pricing measures. This venture not only enhances presence in the public sector but also fosters long-term business relations and expertise in public safety infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

Planned Maintenance of Fire Systems and Emergency Lighting

Notice Description

Planned Maintenance of Fire Systems and Emergency Lighting - For the City of York Council

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 3 years + 1 year + 1 year

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ab25
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065910-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,400,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF YORK COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@york.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6GA
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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