Fire & Security Maintenance Contract

BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

08 Jun 2026 at 13:39

Tender

18 Feb 2026 at 15:22

Summary of the contracting process

Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council recently awarded a contract for the Fire & Security Maintenance Contract to WALKER FIRE (UK) LIMITED. This procurement process followed an open procedure, with the final award value totalling £344,826.15. The contract, identified as TC250, concerns services that ensure fire and security maintenance across council properties, offering compliance, value for money, and sustainability. The process reached the award stage as of 8th June 2026. Key aspects include the open method and award date, marking the movement to implementation, with the contract beginning on 1st July 2026. Located in the UKD region, this initiative reflects an integral part of Bolton's Facilities Management Team strategy within Corporate Property Services, with the potential for extension up to 2031.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the facilities management and fire safety sectors, especially those offering planned preventative maintenance services. With a focus on quality, price, and social value, firms with expertise in comprehensive building management services are well-suited to engage or provide sub-contracting services. Though WALKER FIRE (UK) LIMITED has the main contract, there remains potential for collaboration and growth within the supply chain. The opportunity to renew after three years ensures sustained engagement, offering businesses a long-term partnership with Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council if they meet contractual standards. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged due to the procurement's inclusive nature and competitive structure.

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Notice Title

Fire & Security Maintenance Contract

Notice Description

The tender is to provide Fire and Security Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) services to the Council's property portfolio, that are compliant, value for money, fit for purpose and sustainable. It is to be used by the Council's Facilities Management Team within Corporate Property Services. The tender was advertised under the Open Tender PA23 procedure and was a one stage tender process.

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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065749
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053847-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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

79993000 - Building and facilities management services

79993100 - Facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£474,325 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£474,325 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£344,826 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH 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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WALKER FIRE (UK

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