Tender

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

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 12:12

Summary of the contracting process

East Ayrshire Council is inviting tenders for the service, maintenance, and repair of fire suppression systems, including sprinkler systems under the procurement titled "PS-25-229 - Fire Suppression (Sprinkler) System Service, Maintenance & Repair MTC". This tender falls under the services category and is located in Kilmarnock, UKM93. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 6th March 2026. The project involves both planned maintenance and emergency repairs, primarily executed during normal working hours, and spans a contract period of 1080 days with options for additional yearly extensions. The procurement method is open, ensuring a wide and competitive process.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in fire suppression and maintenance services. Ideal candidates include LPS 1048 certified contractors who can demonstrate robust financial standing and hold substantial public and products liability insurance. The procurement process values both quality and cost, with criteria weighing 30% on quality and 70% on price. The involvement in community benefits through targeted recruitment, training, and support for SMEs amplifies growth opportunities, particularly for businesses eager to make a social impact alongside economic gains. Electronic submission ensures a streamlined application process, broadening access for interested suppliers.

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Notice Information

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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06141c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008905-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
36 months

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
david.shields@east-ayrshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1563576000

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

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