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Fire Alarm Detection Devices for the British Embassy Moscow

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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30 Oct 2025 at 14:39

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has completed a procurement process for fire alarm detection devices required at the British Embassy in Moscow. This project, categorised under goods, specifically in the fire-detection systems industry, was handled through a limited competition procurement method staying below the threshold. The contract, awarded to Midland Fire Security Services Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Burton-on-Trent, was signed on 23 October 2025. The contract's effective period stretches from 2 February 2026 to 3 February 2026, with a total contract value of £65,389.35.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in fire safety and detection systems. Companies with expertise in providing goods that comply with stringent international safety standards would find this procurement process advantageous to enter. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) similar to Midland Fire Security Services Limited may have a particularly competitive edge in bidding for such contracts, especially when understanding the nuances of limited competition procurement processes set by central government entities. This award highlights the potential growth and collaboration opportunities available through public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fire Alarm Detection Devices for the British Embassy Moscow

Notice Description

The British Embassy in Moscow requires fire alarm detectoin devices to ensure fire safety compliance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d737
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069775-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

31625100 - Fire-detection systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£65,389 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Oct 20251 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 3 Feb 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial.smi@fcdo.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MIDLAND FIRE SECURITY SERVICES

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