Tender

The Provision of Fire Alarms and Associated Systems Maintenance

UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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Tender

05 May 2026 at 14:27

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath has initiated a procurement process for "The Provision of Fire Alarms and Associated Systems Maintenance," falling under the category of services with specific reference to fire-alarm systems and maintenance services of firefighting equipment. This open procedure tender invites submissions till 19th June 2026, with an enquiry period ending on 11th June 2026. The project is located in Bath, UK (region UKK12). The contract aims to ensure reliability and availability of fire alarm systems through a structured maintenance and repair programme, in collaboration with the University's Campus Infrastructure Department.

This tender represents an opportunity for both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as it includes provisions for SME participation. Businesses with expertise in fire alarm systems and maintenance will find this project appealing, particularly those that can deliver high-quality service efficiently. The emphasis on quality, along with a significant portion of the evaluation based on price (40% price, 60% quality), provides a competitive edge for firms excelling in service delivery. Successful contractors will enter a contract potentially extending till October 2030, with possible renewals extending up to 2034, offering substantial long-term business growth.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Fire Alarms and Associated Systems Maintenance

Notice Description

The objective of this Contract is to ensure the highest possible standards of reliability and availability of Fire Alarms and Associated Systems. The successful Contractor will work in collaboration with the University's Campus Infrastructure Department to deliver a robust programme of planned preventative maintenance, complemented by an efficient and effective repair service.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0691b7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041154-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

31625200 - Fire-alarm systems

50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,120,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,120,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jun 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Oct 2026 - 4 Oct 2030 4-5 years
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 BATH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 7AY
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bathwick
Westminster Constituency
Bath

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