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22 Jul 2026 at 11:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the NPTC Group of Colleges is active and focuses on the implementation and ongoing maintenance of a Fire Detection and Fire Alarm System. Located in Neath, United Kingdom, this tender belongs to the services category and has a procurement method classified as below threshold with an open competition. Interested parties should note that the deadline for tender submission is set for 20th August 2026, while enquiries must be concluded by 11th August 2026. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 12th October 2026 and conclude by 11th October 2029, with a possible extension of 12 months. The tender's total value is estimated at £180,000 gross, of which £150,000 is the actual valuation, signifying a comprehensive opportunity within the designated procurement timeframe.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in preventive maintenance and system maintenance services, particularly those classified as SMEs or VCSEs. Companies with a robust technical and quality offering, as well as competitive pricing, would be well-aligned to compete under the award criteria that allocate 60% to quality and 40% to cost. Participating in this procurement can enhance business portfolios and expand market presence by aligning services with a prominent educational institution like the NPTC Group of Colleges. Additionally, the long contract duration and renewal possibility further augment opportunities for sustained business growth.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

NPTC - Fire Detection and Fire Alarm System, Servicing, Testing and Maintenance

Notice Description

The College is looking to appoint a contractor to provide an annual inspection, testing and maintenance of the College's Fire Detection and Fire Alarm Systems.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (1 x 12 months)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d0d1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069144-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50324100 - System maintenance services

50324200 - Preventive maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
20 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 2029 3-4 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
NPTC GROUP OF COLLEGES
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEATH
Postcode
SA10 7RF
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL44 Neath Port Talbot
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Neath Port Talbot
Electoral Ward
Bryn-coch South
Westminster Constituency
Neath and Swansea East

Further Information

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