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Columbine Building - Optical beam smoke detection

ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL

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09 Mar 2026 at 13:10

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, initiated by the Isle of Wight Council, involved the award of a contract for optical beam smoke detection in the Columbine Building located in Newport, United Kingdom. Categorised under construction work, this procurement aimed to enhance fire safety with early smoke detection systems. The process reached the award stage by 9th March 2026, with significant work carried out between 2nd March and 20th March 2026. The direct procurement method was used, which fell below the competitive threshold, ensuring swift completion of this essential upgrade. The award was successfully granted to Wessex Fire and Security, highlighting the council's commitment to public safety enhancements.

This tender provides opportunities for businesses specialising in fire safety equipment and installation services. Companies offering innovative fire detection solutions are likely to benefit from such contracts, particularly SMEs like Wessex Fire and Security, which has proven expertise in this field. With increasing public authority investments in safety infrastructure, businesses within the construction and fire prevention industries can leverage these opportunities to expand their portfolios and enhance their market reputation by contributing to projects enhancing public safety.

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Notice Title

Columbine Building - Optical beam smoke detection

Notice Description

The Columbine has already undergone significant upgrades to its fire detection systems, based on recommendations set out in a fire strategy for the building. However a remaining element of the works is the fitting of an optical beam smoke detection to enable early detection in the main hanger.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06655a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020889-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£35,804 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 20 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
PO30 1UD
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ34 Isle of Wight
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Isle of Wight
Electoral Ward
Newport Central
Westminster Constituency
Isle of Wight West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WESSEX FIRE AND SECURITY

Further Information

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