Tender

Fire Safety Systems Servicing and Reactive Maintenance Contract

SOUTHSIDE HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD

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Tender

19 Mar 2026 at 16:17

Summary of the contracting process

The Southside Housing Association Ltd, based in Glasgow, is seeking bids for its recently launched tender titled "Fire Safety Systems Servicing and Reactive Maintenance Contract." This contract falls under the services category and is relevant to the fire prevention industry. It involves servicing and maintaining fire safety systems in residential properties throughout Glasgow South. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an electronic submission required by 20th April 2026. The contract is structured as a three-year engagement, with an option to extend for up to 24 months. This tender utilises an open procurement method and includes potential community benefits as outlined in the tender documentation.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in fire safety systems, equipment maintenance, and compliance with Scotland's fire safety regulations. Businesses with expertise in maintaining fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, dry risers, and emergency lighting would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Companies enrolled in the relevant professional registers and capable of demonstrating technical proficiency are encouraged to participate. The procurement method supports electronic bidding, making it accessible for businesses regardless of their location within the UK. Through successful tendering, businesses can solidify their market presence and expand their professional portfolio within Glasgow and potentially beyond.

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Notice Title

Fire Safety Systems Servicing and Reactive Maintenance Contract

Notice Description

The works comprise Fire Safety Systems servicing and reactive maintenance to the installations within low, medium and high rise residential properties

Lot Information

Lot 1

It is the Association's intention to enter into a three Year Contract with a suitable contractor to carry out inspections, testing, maintenance and repairs of fire warning, evacuation and firefighting equipment in accordance with Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006. The services required will include the maintenance of the following: - Fire alarm and detection systems - Smoke extract systems - Sprinkler systems - Dry risers - Emergency lighting - Hand held extinguishers and fire blankets Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: Option to extend the contract for any variable period up to a maximum of 24 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066f7f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025405-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment

75251110 - Fire-prevention services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Between 2028 and 2030 dependent on options being taken up.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTHSIDE HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G51 4EB
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Cardonald
Westminster Constituency
Paisley and Renfrewshire North

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