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04 Aug 2026 at 08:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Oliver Fisher Fire Alarms" project has been conducted by the Medway NHS Foundation Trust, a central government public authority in Gillingham, United Kingdom. The process involved the direct procurement method without competition, below the threshold. This project, which pertains to the goods category, particularly burglar and fire alarms, has reached the awarding stage, with all procedures marked as complete. The contract was awarded to E. Saunders (Margate) Limited and is set to commence on 31st March 2026, concluding on 31st March 2027.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fire alarm systems and associated services to secure contracts with governmental healthcare entities. Smaller enterprises, like E. Saunders (Margate) Limited, which are proficient in delivering quality fire safety products and solutions, are particularly well-suited to engage in such direct procurement processes where competition might be limited. This ensures a streamlined engagement for firms looking to expand their footprint within the public sector by delivering essential safety infrastructure.

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Notice Title

Oliver Fisher Fire Alarms

Notice Description

For replacement of Fire Alarms in Oliver Fisher ward. Purchase Order: 270003908

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06da91
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073456-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£55,556 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20251 years ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MEDWAY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GILLINGHAM
Postcode
ME7 5NY
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Gillingham South
Westminster Constituency
Gillingham and Rainham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

E.SAUNDERS(MARGATE)LIMITED

Further Information

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