Planning

Service of Fire Extinguishers

MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST

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Planning

18 Dec 2025 at 12:17

Summary of the contracting process

The Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is planning a procurement process for the yearly service of 835 fire extinguishers across Maidstone Hospital and its satellite areas. This procurement falls under the industry category of fire-prevention services, identified by the CPV code 75251110, and is currently in the planning stage. The procurement process is intended for service provision and is governed by the EU directive 32014L0024. The NHS Trust, based in Maidstone, intends to publish tender documents after the expression of interest phase closes. Potential business participants should note the anticipated date for the issued notice is slated for 18th March 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fire-prevention services to expand their client base, particularly those experienced in servicing fire equipment in a healthcare environment. Companies that excel in routine maintenance and have the capability to service multiple sites efficiently will find this tender highly attractive. Given the scale and scope, firms with a strong logistical operation and presence in the West Kent region, particularly near Maidstone and Pembury, are well-suited to compete in this process and potentially secure long-term service contracts with a reputable NHS Trust.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

Service of Fire Extinguishers

Notice Description

yearly service of x835 fire extinguishers at Maidstone Hospital and satellite areas

Lot Information

Lot 1

677 fire extinguishers Maidstone Hospital, 77 @ 4x residences Maidstone, 21 @1x residence Pembury, 11 @ Birthing centre Maidstone Hospital site, 31 @ Medical Records Paddock Wood, 12 @ Renal Unit Maidstone Hospital site, 6 @ fire store Maidstone Hospital Site. Additional information: Tender documents will be published once the expression of interest closes

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f8f1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084311-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75251110 - Fire-prevention services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Mar 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Sarah Stevens
Contact Email
sarahstevens@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME16 9QQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ45 Mid Kent

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Barming Heath & Teston
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

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