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Planning

01 Aug 2026 at 07:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Armouries Museum, a public authority in the sub-central government sector based in Leeds, is in the planning stage for a procurement process initiated on 1st August 2026. This process involves the service and maintenance of fire and security systems across three sites in Leeds and one at Fort Nelson. Key milestones in this procurement include a supplier engagement phase, where suppliers are invited to offer feedback on the social value criteria by 17th August 2026. The industry categories pertinent to this tender are fire detection and alarm systems, as well as security equipment and installations. With a gross estimated contract value of £380,000, the initial contract period is set to commence on 1st March 2027, concluding on 28th February 2030, with potential extensions until 2032.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fire and security system maintenance and installation, offering the chance for sustained growth through a lucrative contract with a reputable institution. Companies with expertise in providing comprehensive planned preventative maintenance schedules, including compliance with health and safety regulations and industry standards, are well-suited to compete in this process. Additionally, businesses with capabilities in delivering fair work practices and demonstrating social value outcomes, such as high-quality job creation and fair pay practices, will find themselves particularly aligned with the Museum's procurement objectives. This engagement not only provides the potential for immediate revenue through the initial contract but also establishes a foothold for future collaborative opportunities within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Service and Maintenance of Fire and Security Systems

Notice Description

Procurement Description: To service and maintain all systems that cover 3 sites in Leeds and 1 at Fort Nelson. For Leeds and the Fort, this covers security access management intruder systems. Fire detection, and alarm equipment are for 3 sites at Leeds only. To be managed to the highest operational standards, through a fully comprehensive planned preventative maintenance schedule in compliance with all relevant Health & Safety Regulations and industry standards. Ensure continuous monitoring and responsiveness through an approved system, such as Redcare or an equivalent monitoring service. Current scope *Fire systems (Leeds only) - fire alarm and detection systems, control panels, interfaces, detectors, call points, sounders, and associated equipment *Security systems (Leeds and Fort) - intruder alarms, access control systems, CCTV, door entry/intercom systems, monitoring connections, and associated hardware/software *Routine servicing and maintenance (both sites) in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations, statutory requirements, and relevant British Standards *Reactive maintenance and fault rectification (both sites) including replacement of defective components and restoration of systems to full working order *24/7 emergency call-out support (both sites) where required, with defined response times for critical system failures *Testing, certification, and compliance reporting (both sites) following maintenance visits and remedial works *Provision of maintenance records, asset information, and service reports (both sites) for each visit *Advice on lifecycle replacement, system upgrades, obsolescence, and compliance risks (both sites) *Liaison with monitoring providers (both sites) and support for alarm signalling services where applicable *Management of false alarms, recurring faults, and system performance issues (both sites) *Attendance at site meetings (both sites) where necessary to review performance, risks, and planned works The appointed contractor shall ensure that all services are delivered by competent, suitably qualified personnel, in compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation, fire safety requirements, industry standards, and best practice. Estimated Contract Value (incl. VAT): PS380,000 * Initial term: PS180,000 * Optional extensions: PS120,000 * Other options (variations, e.g. additional works provisions): PS80,000

Planning Information

The key purpose of this notice is to alert the market to the Tender and to flag the new social value criteria and outcomes that are being proposed for it, and thus to obtain feedback from suppliers. The social value outcomes that will form 10% of the quality evaluation criteria will consist of the following: 1.Fair work – Create and retain high quality jobs Suppliers will need to demonstrate that they are providing opportunities for, and measuring and monitoring of, staff workforce conditions over time, including employee engagement, involvement in decision-making and satisfaction and adapting to any changes in the results, with clear processes for acting on issues identified 2.Fair work - Fair pay practices Suppliers will need to demonstrate that they provide payment of more than the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage (as appropriate) to the contract workforce. Suppliers wishing to participate must email the Estates Team at Thomas.Griffin@armouries.org.uk to request the supplier questionnaire by 07 August 2026 at 12:00 and return it completed no later than 17 August 2026 at 17:00.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d96e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072954-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

31625100 - Fire-detection systems

31625200 - Fire-alarm systems

35121000 - Security equipment

35125300 - Security cameras

45222300 - Engineering work for security installations

45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£380,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2027 - 28 Feb 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL ARMOURIES MUSEUM
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS10 1LT
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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