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Fire & Intruder Alarm Systems Servicing

COVENTRY UNIVERSITY

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30 Jan 2026 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

Coventry University, a public authority - sub-central government body located in Coventry, UK, has completed a procurement process for "Fire & Intruder Alarm Systems Servicing". This tender, identified by the title, aimed at securing planned and reactive maintenance services for their alarm and safety systems across multiple campus locations including Coventry and Dagenham. The procured services are to comply with BS 5839-1:2025 standards, encompassing fire and intruder alarm systems, CCTV, and related safety equipment. Marked by a direct procurement method without competition due to being below threshold, the contract was awarded to Photuris Ltd, a small to medium enterprise based in Sheffield. The award stage is complete, with the contract valued at an estimated £36,000 starting from 5 January 2026 and ending on 31 July 2027. The procurement was finalised on 30 January 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in alarm system maintenance and compliance with technical safety standards, especially SMEs that can deliver on complex safety requirements. Companies with expertise in fire and intruder alarm servicing and monitoring in educational facilities could leverage this contract to build a robust portfolio and gain recognition in the public sector. The procurement emphasises a full range of safety systems management, from alarm servicing to emergency response equipment, providing a comprehensive platform for seasoned contractors to showcase their capabilities and potentially secure further engagements with public institutions.

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Notice Title

Fire & Intruder Alarm Systems Servicing

Notice Description

Coventry University requires planned and reactive maintenance services for alarm and safety systems across multiple campus locations, including but not limited to CU London - Dagenham and The Hudson Building, Coventry. The scope of services includes full compliance with BS 5839-1:2025 for fire alarm systems, maintenance of advanced fire panels, intruder alarm systems, panic alarm systems, CCTV systems, monitoring subscriptions for fire and intruder alarms, fire curtains, disabled refuge systems, disabled toilet alarms, and inspection of evacuation chairs. Please note that the contract value stated is an estimate and not a confirmed final value. The actual value will depend on the scope of services delivered over the contract period. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1010805663

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061368
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008623-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79711000 - Alarm-monitoring services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COVENTRY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@coventry.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 5FB
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOTURIS

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