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Spark CCTV Fire Detection Installation

SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY

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20 Apr 2026 at 14:27

Summary of the contracting process

Southampton Solent University has completed the procurement process for the supply, installation, and commissioning of a new CCTV fire detection system in the Spark Atrium areas. The initiative falls under the "works" category and utilises the direct procurement method, executed below the competition threshold. The project, titled "Spark CCTV Fire Detection Installation", took place in Southampton within the UKJ32 region. The awarding stage has been finalised as of 20th April 2026, with the contract signed on 17th April 2026. The contract period is set between 1st May and 31st May 2026, providing a comprehensive fire safety solution to bolster the university's infrastructure.

This procurement process presents valuable opportunities for SMEs specialising in fire-alarm system installation and fire-prevention installation works. ARC Fire Safety and Security Ltd, a local SME with expertise in the hearth safety sector, has successfully secured the contract, demonstrating the university's preference for direct methods and local business engagement. Businesses equipped to provide such services may look forward to additional opportunities for collaboration with public authorities in non-competitive procurement projects, enhancing their visibility and potential growth within the public sector market. The gross contract value totals £73,327.20, with a net amount of £61,106.00, illustrating a substantive investment in the enhancement of campus safety measures.

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Notice Title

Spark CCTV Fire Detection Installation

Notice Description

The supply, installation and commissioning of a new CCTV Fire detection system to cover the Spark Atrium areas. Existing detection covering all remaining areas of the Spark building will be retained.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0686a1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035752-2026
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

45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work

45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£61,106 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 31 May 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
SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO14 0YN
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Bargate
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARC FIRE SAFETY AND SECURITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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