Tender

Fire & Security Maintenance Contract

BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Feb 2026 at 15:22

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council is actively seeking tenders for a Fire and Security Maintenance Contract that involves providing Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) services to the Council's property portfolio. This procurement is set under the Open Invitation to Tender (ITT) procedure, aimed at appointing a single contractor to ensure services are delivered in a compliant, cost-effective, and sustainable manner. Operating within the Services category, this contract is specifically related to Health and Safety Services and Facilities Management Services, set to cover properties in Bolton, under the UKD3 region. Key procurement events include the enquiry period closing on 13th March 2026, with tenders due by 20th March 2026 and award notifications expected by 22nd April 2026. The contract period will commence on 7th May 2026 and continue until 6th May 2029, with possible renewal options contingent upon performance reviews.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in fire and security maintenance services to expand their reach within the public sector. Given the substantial contract value of £474,325, this opportunity is ideal for companies able to demonstrate expertise and reliability in delivering maintenance services with a strong emphasis on compliance, quality, and social value. Notably, SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, as the procurement criteria are designed to favour a diverse range of companies. The renewal option allows for potential long-term collaboration with Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council, subject to meeting performance benchmarks. This tender is an excellent opportunity for businesses seeking to boost their portfolio in the facilities management sector within the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fire & Security Maintenance Contract

Notice Description

The Borough Council of Bolton ("the Authority") is prepared to receive tenders for a Fire & Security Maintenance Contract. This procurement exercise is being run as an open Invitation to Tender (ITT) and the Authority will appoint a single (1) contractor on the Contract. This tender is to provide Fire and Security Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) services to the Councils property portfolio, that are compliant, value for money, fit for purpose and sustainable

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: A break clause after three years allows the Council to review the providers and opt to extend for a further two (2) twelve (12) month periods, but only if the providers continue to meet the contractual requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065749
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014881-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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

CPV Codes

71317200 - Health and safety services

79993100 - Facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£474,325 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£474,325 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 May 2026 - 6 May 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
BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@bolton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BOLTON
Postcode
BL1 1RU
Post Town
Bolton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Local Authority
Bolton
Electoral Ward
Queens Park & Central
Westminster Constituency
Bolton North East

Further Information

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