Fire doorsets (including communal doors, entrance doors, and associated products)

LHC Procurement Group for the Welsh Procurement Alliance (WPA)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

03 Nov 2025 at 17:18

Planning

30 Oct 2025 at 09:43

Summary of the contracting process

The LHC Procurement Group, operating under the Welsh Procurement Alliance, has initiated a tender process for the FD9 Fire Doors framework, aimed at sourcing suitable suppliers for installation, renewal, and associated works on fire doorsets. This framework encompasses a diverse array of products including communal doors, entrance doors, and access control systems, applicable in domestic, commercial, and mixed-use premises. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKL region, the procurement process is in the tender stage with a significant focus on works within the CPV classifications such as installation of doors and windows. The expression of interest deadline is 28 November 2025, followed by an award period ending on 15 April 2026. The process employs a selective, competitive flexible procurement approach to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement, encouraging participation from capable businesses.

Businesses involved in the manufacture and installation of fire doors, access control systems, and related components may find this opportunity particularly beneficial for expansion. This framework is conducive to growth for enterprises ranging from SMEs to larger contractors skilled in delivering compliant, secure, and innovative solutions across public sector infrastructure. Participation in this tender not only opens pathways to substantial contracts but also aligns with the objectives of public benefit contributions through LHC's cost-recovery model. Cohesion with industry safety standards, combined with potential for continual engagement through a multi-year contract period extending up to 2030, positions this framework as a lucrative avenue for growth-oriented businesses across the UK public sector market.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Fire doorsets (including communal doors, entrance doors, and associated products)

Notice Description

LHC Procurement Group are seeking suitable suppliers for the FD9 - Fire Doors framework. This framework is the successor to our current C8 Communal Doors framework and has been retitled to better reflect its content. This framework is designed for the installation, renewal, and associated works for a wide range of fire doorsets across LHCPG clients domestic, commercial, and mixed use premises. The scope covers various materials, including timber, composite, and steel, along with access control provision, ensuring flexibility to meet different project requirements. For timber and composite door products only, this framework includes the installation of fully certified and bi-directionally tested fire-resisting door sets to meet current and future fire safety standards. The scope may also extend to other building openings, and non-fire-rated doors, provided these elements do not form the majority of the works and are not the core focus of the works. The scope of this framework may include, but is not limited to: - Doors - Flat entrance doors - Street doors - Communal doors - Main entrance doors - Internal doors and screens - Specialist doors, including pivot doors, cell doors, and security grilles (primarily under steel applications) - Fire-resisting door sets (timber, composite, and steel materials) - Enhanced security doors (PAS 24/LPS1175-[SBD]) This framework covers both internal and external applications, domestic and nondomestic, with provisions for specialist works where additional expertise is required, such as access control systems, security-rated products, and bespoke glazing solutions. Additionally, the framework encompasses all necessary associated works to ensure a complete and compliant installation, including: - Locks, glazing, hinges, and ironmongery - Joinery and framing works - Making good and associated works following installations as required as necessary to achieve a compliant, durable, and aesthetically suitable finish

Lot Information

Composite Doors

Covers the supply and installation of composite doors of mixed material construction such as timber core, GRP or reinforced galvanised steel with associated frames and providing enhanced security. It also has a provision for maintenance options.

Composite Fire Doors

Covers the supply and installation of third party certified (bi-directional fire tested assemblies) to either FD30 or FD60 standards which is awarded to the whole doorset including furniture and frame and covers composite doors of mixed material construction such as timber core, GRP or reinforced galvanised steel with associated frames, It also has a provision for maintenance options.

Timber Doors

Covers the supply and installation of all doorsets products in solid wood, hardwood and engineered wood with associated frames providing enhanced security. It also has a provision for maintenance options.

Timber Fire Doors

Covers the supply and installation of third party certified (bi-directional fire tested assemblies) to either FD30 or FD60 standards which is awarded to the whole doorset including furniture and frame and comprising products generally in solid wood, hardwood and engineered wood with associated frames, It also has a provision for maintenance options.

Metallic Doors

Covers the supply and installation of all metallic (predominately steel manufactured doors), shutters and grilles. It extends to the provision of steel fire doors and specialist doors, and optional aluminium although aluminium is predominately on A8. It also has a provision for maintenance options. Note for evaluation comparisons only steel elements are mandatory

Access control systems

Covers the supply and installation of remote door access control systems and installations in connection generally with communal entrance and exit door installations. Access systems may be duplex voice only or voice and one-way video. This lot is to include the scope for the supplier to offer a post installation maintenance service. It also has a provision for maintenance options.

Repairs and Maintenance

Typical door repairs and maintenance tasks include the replacement of hinges, handles, locks, or door closers, along with the adjustment of door alignment or closing mechanisms to ensure smooth and secure operation. Damaged door panels or glazing may be replaced as needed, while emergency response services can cover boarding up or lock changes following incidents such as vandalism or forced entry. Annual fire door inspections are crucial for compliance, with remedial works carried out to address any issues identified. Maintenance may also involve the servicing of automatic or powered systems, testing of panic bars and emergency exit mechanisms, and applying weatherproofing or draught-proofing measures to maintain energy efficiency and protect building interiors.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d6cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070623-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

42961100 - Access control system

44221000 - Windows, doors and related items

44221200 - Doors

45421100 - Installation of doors and windows and related components

45421130 - Installation of doors and windows

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£25,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
3 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LHC Procurement Group for the Welsh Procurement Alliance (WPA)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YSTRAD MYNACH
Postcode
CF82 7FQ
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL53 Gwent Valleys
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Caerphilly
Electoral Ward
Ystrad Mynach
Westminster Constituency
Caerphilly

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