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Fire Compartmentation Works at Victoria Hospital Wimborne

DORSET HEALTHCARE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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26 Feb 2026 at 14:04

Summary of the contracting process

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust has recently completed the procurement process for fire compartmentation works at Victoria Hospital Wimborne. This contract, awarded to Sci Fire Protection Ltd, focuses on addressing fire compartment deficiencies within the hospital premises. The procurement was conducted via a direct method without competition, as the contract value fell below the threshold for open competition. The works are classified under the 'Fire-prevention installation works' category and cover the 'works' sector. The contract commenced on 26 January 2026 and is scheduled to conclude on 31 March 2026. Dorset HealthCare's involvement as a central government public authority underscores their commitment to enhancing safety within healthcare facilities.

This tender represents a potential growth opportunity for businesses specialising in fire protection and installation services. Given the direct award nature of this procurement, companies that demonstrate expertise in fire prevention works could seek similar opportunities within public health organisations. Large-scale suppliers with established capabilities in delivering comprehensive fire safety solutions are well-suited to engage with similar contracts. The project underscores the ongoing demand within the healthcare sector for specialized safety enhancements and could pave the way for future collaborations with public authorities like Dorset HealthCare to address critical infrastructure needs.

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Notice Title

Fire Compartmentation Works at Victoria Hospital Wimborne

Notice Description

Fire compartmentation works required to address fire compartment deficiencies with the Hospital.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065d1f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017373-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£241,879 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DORSET HEALTHCARE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
POOLE
Postcode
BH17 0RB
Post Town
Bournemouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Electoral Ward
Canford Heath
Westminster Constituency
Mid Dorset and North Poole

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCI FIRE PROTECTION

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