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Award

03 Jun 2026 at 08:46

Award

05 May 2026 at 13:58

Tender

11 Mar 2026 at 13:03

Summary of the contracting process

VICO HOMES LIMITED, a public authority at the sub-central government level, has successfully completed a procurement process for "Fire Systems Servicing and Maintenance" across its estate. The contract, awarded to CHURCHES FIRE SECURITY LTD., spans the maintenance and repair of fire safety systems and equipment, with specific services like inspections and certifications to ensure compliance with statutory requirements. Located in Castleford, UK, the procurement falls under the services category and employs an open procedure method. The contract was signed on 28th May 2026, and covers a period from June 2026 to May 2029, with possible extensions up to May 2031 based on performance.

This contract presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in the maintenance and repair of firefighting equipment. Businesses with expertise in fire suppression system installations and those offering high-quality and compliant fire safety services would find this tender advantageous. The procurement method allows for a transparent and competitive process, beneficial for organisations looking to engage with public authorities and expand their operations within the North East and East Midlands of the UK.

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Notice Title

Fire Systems Servicing and Maintenance

Notice Description

The inspection, servicing, testing, maintenance, repair and certification of fire safety systems across the Vico estate. The purpose of the Contract is to ensure that all fire protection assets remain fully functional, compliant with statutory requirements, and safe for residents, visitors and staff. The services covered by this Contract include, but are not limited to: * Residential fire suppression systems (sprinkler and water mist installations) * Portable fire-fighting media including extinguishers, fire blankets, hose reels and sand buckets * Dry and wet risers installed within multi storey buildings

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 optional extensions of up to 12 months each. Performance based extensions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066738
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052156-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£549,760 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£549,760 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VICO HOMES LIMITED
Additional Buyers

VICO HOMES

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CASTLEFORD
Postcode
WF10 5HX
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Westminster Constituency
Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHURCHES FIRE SECURITY

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