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Fire and Security Services

New College Swindon

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

24 Apr 2026 at 16:02

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

05 Dec 2025 at 13:57

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

New College Swindon, located in Swindon, England, has completed the procurement award phase for its "Fire and Security Services" contract as of 24th April 2026. Focused on the maintenance and servicing of fire and security systems across its campuses, this contract is part of the services industry category, specifically dealing with security and maintenance services. It commenced on 1st May 2026 and spans three years, with potential extensions of one year each up to 2031. The procurement followed an open competition under a competitive flexible procedure, and it involved multiple lots covering various aspects of fire and security, including fire alarm systems, CCTV systems, and physical security. The procurement process featured stages such as advertisement, dialogue, and tender submission with the finalisation on awards anticipated by 1st May 2026.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in fire safety and security maintenance, especially large-scale suppliers. Given the comprehensive scope and substantial value—estimated at 1.4 million GBP—participants such as A&E Fire and Security Ltd, KINGS Security Systems Limited, and WESSEX Fire and Security Limited were awarded various lots under the contract, indicating strong competition and an interest from numerous firms. Suited for large enterprises capable of managing complex and extensive service provision, these contracts cover inspection, emergency response, and system maintenance tasks, appealing to companies with robust capabilities in technological and mechanical system management. With quality and pricing as central criteria, firms that effectively demonstrate their ability to meet high standards in customer requirements and provide social value will find favourable growth prospects in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fire and Security Services

Notice Description

New College Swindon is seeking the provision of Fire & Security Services. The contract will commence on 1st May 2026 for a period of 3 years, with the option to extend by 1 + 1 years. Estimate contract value 1.4 million

Lot Information

Lot 1 Fire Alarm Systems

Inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems across both campuses. SN2 1DY and SN3 1AH

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 2 Smoke Vents

Biannual testing and certification of smoke ventilation systems

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 3 Fire Detection & Life Safety

Maintenance of fire detection, disabled refuge, and life safety systems

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 4 Access Control & Intercom

Maintenance and programming of Paxton/Salto systems and intercoms

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 5 CCTV Systems

Service, cleaning, and monitoring of 233 cameras across both campuses

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 6 Intruder & Panic Alarms

Maintenance and emergency response for intruder and panic alarms

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 7 Fire Extinguishers

Annual inspection, testing, and replacement of condemned units

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 8 Dry Risers

Annual pressure testing and 6-month visual inspections

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 9 Fire Risk Assessmnets

Annual fire risk assessments with digital reporting and task tracking

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 10 Roller Shutters & Auto Doors

Biannual inspection and maintenance of internal/external shutters and doors

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 11 Car Park Barriers

Maintenance of manual and automated barriers

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 12 Lighting Protection

Annual testing and certification to BS EN 62305

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 13 Security Turnstyles & Barriers

Maintenance and emergency response for turnstiles and barriers

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 14 Physical Security Guards

Provision of trained guards for out-of-hours monitoring and emergency call-outs

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Lot 15 Visitor Management System

Maintenance and support of digital visitor check-in systems

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05efbf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037728-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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

CPV Codes

31625100 - Fire-detection systems

35111300 - Fire extinguishers

50324100 - System maintenance services

50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment

50610000 - Repair and maintenance services of security equipment

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

71313410 - Risk or hazard assessment for construction

71315410 - Inspection of ventilation system

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,174,463 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,174,463 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£54,638 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
New College Swindon
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN3 1AH
Postcode Area
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Walcot and Park North
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

A&E Fire and Security Ltd

KINGS SECURITY SYSTEMS LIMITED

WESSEX FIRE AND SECURITY LIMITED

Further Information

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