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THE PROVISION OF FIRE SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES IN RUTLAND

RUTLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

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02 Jul 2026 at 10:23

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Summary of the contracting process

Rutland County Council is seeking to procure fire system maintenance and management services across its properties through an open competition process. The procurement, titled "The Provision of Fire System Maintenance and Management Services in Rutland," falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on fire-alarm systems and related installation work. This tender is at the 'tender' stage, with the closing date for submissions set for 24th July 2026. Located in Oakham, Rutland County Council is a sub-central government public authority in the UK, operating under the legal basis of the 2023/54 legislation. The contract is valued at £80,000, with a gross amount of £96,000, and encompasses services compliant with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in fire system maintenance, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive services including inspections, certifications, and emergency call-out responses. The contract, lasting three years with a possible extension of one additional year, is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in the installation, maintenance, and repair of fire-alarm and emergency lighting systems. With a competitive procurement method based on a 60% quality and 40% price evaluation, experienced contractors with proven expertise in ensuring fire safety compliance within public authorities can leverage this opportunity to expand their service portfolios and strengthen their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THE PROVISION OF FIRE SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES IN RUTLAND

Notice Description

Rutland County Council is seeking to appoint a qualified contractor to provide fire system maintenance and management services across its property portfolio. The contract includes the inspection, testing, certification, servicing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems and emergency lighting installations in accordance with current British Standards. The scope also includes initial surveys, system verification, asset labelling, and record drawing updates, alongside planned preventative maintenance and statutory compliance activities. The successful contractor will provide a responsive 24-hour call-out service for emergency repairs and undertake remedial works subject to approval. The services will support compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial period of three (3) years, with the option to extend for a further one (1) year at the sole discretion of the Council.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c22b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062154-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

31625200 - Fire-alarm systems

45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work

45316000 - Installation work of illumination and signalling systems

50410000 - Repair and maintenance services of measuring, testing and checking apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RUTLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
OAKHAM
Postcode
LE15 6HP
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Local Authority
Rutland
Electoral Ward
Oakham South
Westminster Constituency
Rutland and Stamford

Further Information

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