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STA Plantroom locks

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

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11 Dec 2025 at 15:42

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "STA Plantroom locks" project by the University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust targets the security systems and devices industry category. Located in Bristol, United Kingdom, the project aims to implement a specialised locking system for plantrooms, distinct from the standard swipe card system. This urgent requirement addresses not only access issues but also associated fire and safety concerns. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract awarded on 11th December 2025 under the direct procurement method, which indicates a below-threshold process without competition. Key dates include the contract period starting on 5th January 2026 and ending on 31st March 2026.

This contract provides significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the security systems and locks sector to expand their business reach. Companies within the United Kingdom that specialise in surveillance and security equipment, particularly those offering niche or bespoke locking solutions, would find this procurement conducive to business growth. Partnering with reputable public sector organisations like NHS trusts not only enhances market visibility but also strengthens credentials for future public contracts. GEM SECURITY SYSTEMS LTD has been identified as a suitable supplier for this contract, underscoring the potential for other businesses with similar capabilities to compete in these arenas.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

STA Plantroom locks

Notice Description

The trust require a locking system for sensitive areas, such as Plantrooms, that is separate from the standard swipe card system which allows too great an access. The trust has benchmarked pricing. Due to access issues, and resultant fire/safety issues this is an urgent requirement. Prices have been benchmarked. THIS IS NOT A TENDER OPPORTUNITY.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f428
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082142-2025
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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

CPV Codes

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

44521100 - Locks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£107,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 3NU
Postcode Area
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GEM SECURITY SYSTEMS LTD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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