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Award

14 Jul 2026 at 13:39

Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 12:12

Summary of the contracting process

East Ayrshire Council, a regional authority in Kilmarnock, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "PS-25-229 - Fire Suppression (Sprinkler) System Service, Maintenance & Repair MTC." This procurement, classified under the industry category of repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment (CPV 50413200), aimed to secure services for planned inspection, servicing, and emergency repairs of non-domestic sprinkler systems and related firefighting apparatus. The procurement process was conducted using an open procedure, and the contract was awarded on 28th April 2026 with an active status. The main location for the contract services is UKM93, and the project spanned various components, assured within standard working hours.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in fire suppression system maintenance, particularly those holding LPS 1048 certifications and capable of demonstrating robust financial standings. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly from the UK and EU, made notable contributions, with active bidders showing competitive interest, and the final contract being valued at £791,758.35. Companies that can leverage community engagement, targeted recruitment, and training will find added value, aligning with the tender’s community benefit requirements. The contract further ensures that businesses focused on both electronic ordering and invoicing are suitable for participation, presenting growth potential for firms that can effectively meet the Council's requirements.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PS-25-229 - Fire Suppression (Sprinkler) System Service, Maintenance & Repair MTC

Notice Description

The nature of the works envisaged within this contract relates to both the planned inspection, servicing, testing & certification, and to emergency/reactive repairs of non-domestic sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, dry risers, gas suppression systems and cookerhood suppression systems. It is anticipated that the vast majority of work will be carried out during normal working hours.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The nature of the works envisaged within this contract relates to both the planned inspection, servicing, testing & certification, and to emergency/reactive repairs of non-domestic sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, dry risers, gas suppression systems and cookerhood suppression systems. It is anticipated that the vast majority of work will be carried out during normal working hours.

Renewal: 2No. Optional 1 year Extensions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06141c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066256-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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)

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

35111500 - Fire suppression system

44115500 - Sprinkler systems

44482200 - Fire hydrants

45343230 - Sprinkler systems installation work

50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£791,758 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
36 months

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EMTEC FIRE

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