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ID102 - Fire Risk Assessment

BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY

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29 Jul 2026 at 10:24

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Birmingham City University has concluded a procurement process for a comprehensive fire risk assessment across its campuses, aiming to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students, staff, and visitors. The contract, designated as "ID102 - Fire Risk Assessment," has reached the award stage and was completed using a limited procurement method due to being below the threshold. This process, categorised under "services" within the industry, took place in Birmingham, United Kingdom (region UKG31). The main procurement category was fire and explosion protection and control consultancy services, with the contract period commencing on 7th April 2026 and concluding on 6th April 2029. The total gross value of the contract is £132,199.20, with KIWA LIMITED being awarded the contract.

The procurement represents a key business opportunity particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in fire safety consultancy services. The limited competition procurement method suggests suitability for businesses capable of offering specialised fire risk assessment services efficiently and effectively. This contract paves the way for such firms to expand their market presence and establish credibility with public sector clients. Companies like KIWA LIMITED stand as prime examples, as their successful bid indicates the capacity and expertise required to secure similar opportunities in the public sector safety services industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ID102 - Fire Risk Assessment

Notice Description

Conducting a fire risk assessment at Birmingham City University is vital to protect the safety and wellbeing of students, staff, and visitors across its varied campuses and facilities. occupancy or footfall. A comprehensive fire risk assessment helps to identify these hazards and evaluate the level of risk they present. It also ensures that suitable fire safety controls are in place, including effective detection and alarm systems, clear evacuation routes, appropriate firefighting equipment, and well-communicated emergency procedures. In doing so, the university can reduce the likelihood of fire incidents and minimise potential harm if one occurs.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d638
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071605-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71317100 - Fire and explosion protection and control consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£110,166 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
6 Apr 2026 - 6 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7BD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KIWA

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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