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REPAIR OF FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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20 Apr 2026 at 08:34

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has initiated a procurement process under a direct award methodology for the repair of fire suppression systems. This contract is for the refurbishment of fire extinguisher systems used in the Foxhound Protected Mobility Vehicle Platform (PMVP), valued at £835,000.00 excluding VAT. The framework agreement spans an 8-year period, consisting of an initial 3-year term with options for five additional years. Managed by Babcock Land Defence Limited as agent for the Ministry of Defence, the procurement falls within the defence and security industry sector in the UK. The process is in the award stage, with the contract effectively commencing on 18 October 2026 and concluding by 17 September 2029, potentially extending to 2034.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses proficient in high-quality repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment. Lifeline Fire and Safety Systems Ltd, a Coventry-based SME holding exclusive intellectual property rights as Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), has secured the contract due to its unique technical capabilities. Companies engaged in defence contracts and skilled in refurbishing specialised equipment would find this tender relevant, although the direct award method limits competition under technical and exclusive rights rationale. Subcontracting may offer pathways for additional businesses to engage, thereby expanding their footprint in the defence industry sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

REPAIR OF FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

Notice Description

8-Year (3 years with 5 x 1 Option Years) Framework Agreement: The Refurbishment of Fire Extinguisher Systems (Fire Suppression Systems) for the Foxhound Protected Mobility Vehicle Platform (PMVP) Babcock Land Defence Limited, acting as an agent to the UK Ministry of Defence (the "Authority"), is considering the establishment of an *-year Framework Agreement for The Refurbishment of Fire Extinguisher Systems (Fire Suppression Systems) for the Foxhound Protected Mobility Vehicle Platform (PMVP) The estimated total contract value is not to exceed PS835,000.00 ex VAT. There are 2 NATO Stock Numbers (NSNs) that are codified in scope of this requirement. The provided items must meet all applicable military specifications and quality standards. There may be opportunities for further items of a similar nature to be added to the contract following its award, at the discretion of Babcock Land Defence Limited. Compliance and Performance Management: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): The resulting contract will include specific KPIs related to: * Delivery Performance * Contract Amendments * Progress of Articles * Non-Conformances * Quality Registration * Warranty Repairs * Minutes of Meetings Deliverable Quality Plan Delivery Instructions: The Contractor must ensure that all deliveries comply with the guidelines set out in the Logistics Commodities Services Transformation Authority Managed Material Supplier Manual. This will cover the following: * Adherence to specific packaging, labelling, and transportation requirements. * Assets must be delivered according to the agreed schedule, with clear communication in case of delays. * If subcontractors are used, they must also comply with the same delivery standards. The Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) code applicable: 50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment Babcock Land Defence Limited acting as agent for the UK Ministry of Defence will manage the tender process, oversee contract compliance, and monitor performance throughout the contract lifecycle. The Contractor will ensure the assets delivered meet the Ministry of Defence's operational and strategic requirements.

Procurement Information

"The Ministry of Defence intends to award a contract to Lifeline Fire & Safety Systems Ltd for the Refurbishment of Fire Extinguisher Systems (Fire Suppression Systems) for the Foxhound Protected Mobility Vehicle Platform (PMVP) for a period of 8 years, 3 years with 5 x 1 Option Years. The estimated total contract value is not to exceed PS835,000.00 ex VAT. It is considered that the award of the contract is lawful in accordance with section 41 of the Procurement Act 2023 utilising Schedule 5 paragraphs 6(a) and (b) for the following technical reasons. 1. Lifeline Fire & Safety Systems Ltd are the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the Systems. Under a separate contract with the UK Ministry of Defence, Lifeline Fire & Safety Systems Ltd has undertaken design modifications to the Systems to incorporate the changing legislative requirements and to change the mode of operation of the Systems, by incorporating a firing mechanism within the extinguisher instead of an external trigger mechanism. 2. This contract is for the refurbishment of the Systems, which incorporate the modifications described in paragraph 1 above. 3. Lifeline Fire & Safety Systems Ltd hold the IPR as the OEM and is the only company that has technical information, specifications, drawings and safety data for the Systems, including the modifications described in paragraph 1 above. 4. The firing mechanism described in paragraph 1 above is safety critical to the operation of the extinguisher and Lifeline Fire & Safety Systems Ltd is the only company that can refurbish this firing mechanism. Without the necessary technical specifications, alternative suppliers would not be able to conduct refurbishment to the whole System (including to the firing mechanism), as to do so would undermine the integrity of the System. This notice is not a request for expressions of interest so please do not apply to be invited to tender. Babcock Land Defence Limited is to negotiate a single source Contract with the named supplier Lifeline Fire & Safety Systems Ltd, Falkland Close, Coventry CV4 8AU, United Kingdom

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0685db
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035442-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£835,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Contract Period
17 Oct 2026 - 17 Sep 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TELFORD
Postcode
TF2 8JT
Post Town
Telford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG21 Telford and Wrekin
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Telford and Wrekin
Electoral Ward
Donnington
Westminster Constituency
The Wrekin

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIFELINE FIRE AND SAFETY SYSTEMS

Further Information

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