Tender

Annual Compliance Inspection and Testing of HVAC Fire Dampers

UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE

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Tender

23 Mar 2026 at 13:09

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Dundee is actively seeking a qualified supplier for the "Annual Compliance Inspection and Testing of HVAC Fire Dampers," a tender positioned within the fire-prevention services industry category. This contract, aimed at maintaining fire safety compliance standards, is situated in Dundee and requires regular inspection and testing of HVAC ventilation fire dampers per BS 9999:2017 guidelines. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions accepted electronically until 23 April 2026, and subsequent awards planned from the same date. The procurement follows an open procedure, ensuring fair competition, and envisages a three-year fixed-term contract with a potential one-year extension, highlighting the importance of timely submission of electronic bids to avoid last-minute issues.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in fire safety and HVAC services, particularly those capable of meeting technical requirements aligned with BS 9999:2017 standards. Suppliers who can efficiently deliver monthly reports on Health & Safety observations and incidents and manage compliance continuing works may find it an attractive prospect. The contract, valued at £220,000, is tailored for entities proficient in conducting comprehensive inspections and capable of ongoing engagement in a specialist capacity. Firms with electronic submission capabilities will have an edge in the submission process, thriving in scenarios where systematic communication and effective management are pivotal. This procurement could significantly contribute to the growth of businesses equipped with the necessary expertise and resources to manage ongoing compliance operations.

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Notice Title

Annual Compliance Inspection and Testing of HVAC Fire Dampers

Notice Description

In accordance with BS 9999:2017, HVAC ventilation fire dampers must be inspected and tested every 12 months by a competent, trained and qualified fire damper inspector. This renewal contract is required to replace an existing time expired contract with a specialist supplier to enable these fire safety compliance continuance works to be undertaken.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Single supplier on a 3-year fixed term contract with possible +1 extension. Requirements for contract management will ask the supplier to provide monthly reports, including all Health & Safety observations, recommendations and incidents occurring. Schedule of meetings will be monthly, via Microsoft Teams or in-person.

Renewal: 12 month extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067160
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026263-2026
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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

39563530 - Ventilation ducting

71315410 - Inspection of ventilation system

75251110 - Fire-prevention services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 4HN
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
West End
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

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