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Award

12 Jun 2026 at 10:18

Award

11 May 2026 at 14:18

Tender

16 Feb 2026 at 16:24

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Lancaster has completed a selective procurement process for the service and maintenance of intruder alarms, access control systems, and CCTV. The process culminated in the award of a contract to DH Fire and Security, which began on 1st June 2026 and is set to run until 31st May 2028, with the possibility of three one-year extensions, potentially extending the contract until 2031. The procurement was managed under a competitive flexible procedure, focusing on the safety and security of over 110 equipment installations, primarily located on the Lancaster University campus (region UKD44). The procurement falls under the services category and aligns with the legal framework set by UKPGA 2023/54. Key classifications involved include alarm systems, security cameras, access control systems, and maintenance services of security equipment, with the contract signed on 22nd May 2026. The contract is active and valued at GBP 105,240 gross.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in security systems service and maintenance, particularly those capable of providing high-quality, reliable support and swift response times. Companies adept in offering integrated security solutions will find this contract particularly advantageous, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like DH Fire and Security, which successfully secured the contract and highlighted the competitive potential for SMEs under this procurement framework. With a focus on both cost efficiency and service quality, the tender prioritised a balance of economic and technical criteria, making it well-suited for firms with a strong track record in the security services industry. The engagement provides long-term growth prospects due to the potential for contract renewals over a five-year span.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Intruder Alarm, Access Control and CCTV Service and Maintenance

Notice Description

Lancaster University requires the services of a competent Supplier to undertake the service, maintenance and call-out to all intruder alarm, access control, vehicle barriers and CCTV systems identified by the Purchaser. This is currently, but not limited to, 110 security equipment installations, the vast majority of which are on the Lancaster University campus.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Initial contract duration of 2 years plus three further one-year extensions, subject to mutual agreement (total contract duration 5 years)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06554e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055587-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

42 - Industrial machinery

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

35121700 - Alarm systems

35125300 - Security cameras

42961100 - Access control system

50610000 - Repair and maintenance services of security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£325,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£325,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£87,700 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£87,700 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-12-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DH FIRE AND SECURITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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