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Servicing and Maintenance of Fire and Intruder Alarms

THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER

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13 Jan 2026 at 13:47

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13 Jan 2026 at 13:37

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Chichester, identified as a public authority within sub-central government, is seeking a qualified contractor for the servicing and maintenance of their fire and intruder alarms. This procurement opportunity, titled "Servicing and Maintenance of Fire and Intruder Alarms," falls under the services category, with specific classifications related to burglar and fire alarms as well as repair and maintenance of security equipment. Located in Chichester, United Kingdom, the tender is currently in the active stage. Interested parties should note that the deadline for submissions is 9th February 2026 at 10:00 AM GMT, with the contract period running from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029, potentially extending to 31st March 2031 upon mutual agreement.

This tender presents a considerable growth opportunity for businesses specialising in security equipment maintenance and servicing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, given the open, below-threshold competition procurement method. Additionally, the evaluation of submissions will be based on a balanced award criterion of 60% quality and 40% cost, allowing businesses with a focus on high-quality service delivery to be competitive. With a contract value of £150,000 and the possibility for a two-year renewal, businesses well-versed in security infrastructure stand to benefit from a steady engagement with a reputable educational institution.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Servicing and Maintenance of Fire and Intruder Alarms

Notice Description

The University of Chichester has a requirement for a suitably qualified contractor to undertake maintenance and servicing of our fire and intruder alarms.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: An optional 2 year extension subject to the mutual agreement of both parties.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0604ab
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002676-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms

50610000 - Repair and maintenance services of security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHICHESTER
Postcode
PO19 6PE
Postcode Area
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Chichester North
Westminster Constituency
Chichester

Further Information

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