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Passive Fire Safety Remedial works

SOUTHERN HOUSING

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Planning

23 Jul 2026 at 08:41

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

13 Jul 2026 at 14:16

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

13 Jul 2026 at 13:57

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

27 May 2026 at 15:49

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Southern Housing, based in London, is in the planning stage of procuring a contract for Passive Fire Safety Remedial Works. This involves services related to fire prevention installation, repair, and maintenance across its housing stock in various UK regions, using a seven-lot geographical delivery model. The procurement is valued at £140 million and is targeted to start on 1st October 2027, with a planned contract duration of 5 years, along with extension options. Suppliers are currently invited to participate in a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) to provide feedback, with a deadline for engagement responses set for 31st July 2026. This input will aid in refining the procurement strategy before the official tender process commences.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in fire prevention and safety services. The multi-lot, geographically diverse model favours businesses with regional expertise and capabilities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is designed to be SME-friendly. Companies with experience in handling Fire Risk Assessments and undertaking fire door inspections will find this an excellent chance to expand their business and contribute to enhancing fire safety measures across housing infrastructures.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Passive Fire Safety Remedial works

Notice Description

Following initial PME notice, Southern Housing is seeking further market feedback for our Passive Fire Protection Works contract. The contract supports the delivery of passive fire protection works across our housing stock, including fire stopping, fire door repairs and replacements, glazing and fire compartmentation works. The service primarily relates to planned and remedial works arising from Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) and fire door inspections, alongside a smaller volume of reactive works and specialist surveys. The re-procurement aims to deliver a more robust, compliant and efficient service that supports Southern Housing's fire safety strategy and long-term regulatory obligations. The proposed contract term is 5 years, with extension options of 2 + 2 + 1 years. The proposed procurement is based on a 7 x Lot geographical delivery model, with contractors responsible for delivering works within their allocated areas. This Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) exercise is intended to gather supplier feedback on the proposed service model, commercial arrangements, performance requirements and delivery approach before the procurement is launched. Lot 1 - Midlands Lot 2 - Kent & Medway Lot 3 - Sussex & South Cost Lot 4 - SW London & Surrey Lot 5 - East & inner SE London Lot 6 - Outer SE & Croydon Lot 7 - North, Central & West London & Thames Valley

Planning Information

Following our initial Preliminary Market Engagement exercise, Southern Housing is considering amendments to its procurement strategy and is seeking further market feedback before finalising the tender strategy. Southern Housing is issuing this request for information to gather early insight and feedback from the market on this opportunity. Responding to this Pre-Procurement Market Engagement is optional and will not affect your chances in future bidding. Southern Housing will conduct the procurement process in full compliance with the Procurement Act 2023. We are sharing key information about this opportunity and seeking your valuable knowledge, feedback and insights in the following areas: - Lot bid/award strategy - Lot/ regional interest - Regional delivery Suppliers are invited to participate by completing a questionnaire via the following link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=65pJY5SH20ulFMNhlpTJ6oU7_iOy9WpDjeT3cGW2t_BUM1lBT0xaRTJWRlFWVjFPOENERlQwT0gzRy4u

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a6d5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069464-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£140,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Nov 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2027 - 30 Sep 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTHERN HOUSING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1M 5LA
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Clerkenwell
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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