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CSP26741 - Fume Cupboard Fire Suppression Extinguisher Replacements

UK Research and Innovation

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13 Aug 2026 at 14:07

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation procured replacement fire-suppression extinguishers for fume cupboards. The requirement covers the goods needed to replace extinguishers associated with fume-cupboard fire-suppression systems, classified as fire-suppression systems (CPV 35111500). The buyer is UK Research and Innovation, with UK Shared Business Services Ltd managing the procurement process as its shared services provider. Delivery is required in the United Kingdom. This is a focused laboratory and research-estate equipment requirement rather than a general fire-safety contract: relevant businesses are those supplying compatible fume-cupboard fire-suppression extinguishers or specialist replacement components, with the technical knowledge to ensure that replacement equipment integrates with the existing protection systems and is suitable for use in research environments.

The procurement was concluded and awarded directly without competition because the buyer considered that only a particular supplier could provide the goods for technical reasons. It was below threshold and used a direct procurement method. The contract was awarded to FUMAIR LIMITED on 13 August 2026. The contract was signed on 13 August 2026 and runs from 13 August 2026 to 28 August 2026. Its value is £10,371 excluding VAT, or £12,445.20 including VAT. The tender is complete and the award and contract are active. The procurement comprised one completed lot. The stated basis for proceeding without competition was an absence of competition for technical reasons, rather than a competitive evaluation of multiple bids.

This award indicates a defined requirement for specialist replacement fire-suppression equipment serving fume cupboards within UK Research and Innovation’s estate. Businesses considering comparable work for this buyer would need to demonstrate that they can supply technically compatible extinguishers or replacement equipment, understand the interfaces and safety requirements of fume-cupboard fire-suppression systems, and support reliable installation or replacement within a short delivery window. The direct award rationale also shows that technical compatibility and supplier uniqueness were central to the buyer’s decision. A credible future competitor would therefore need clear evidence of product compatibility, specialist fire-suppression expertise, dependable supply arrangements and the ability to meet the requirements of research and laboratory facilities. The incumbent is an SME specialising in this field.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CSP26741 - Fume Cupboard Fire Suppression Extinguisher Replacements

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition due to an absence of competition for technical reasons, only a particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required. Details notice for fume cupboard fire suppression extinguisher replacements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e3af
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077278-2026
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

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

CPV Codes

35111500 - Fire suppression system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,371 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Aug 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
13 Aug 2026 - 28 Aug 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK Research and Innovation
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Postcode Area
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FUMAIR LIMITED

Further Information

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