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Summary of the contracting process

The North Ayrshire Council is currently engaged in a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Fire Risk Assessments, aimed at identifying suitably qualified companies to perform Fire Risk Assessments and Reviews for its operational non-domestic properties. This procurement process, falling under the 'services' category, employs an open procedure and is currently in the award stage. The contract, valued at £160,000, was signed on 2 July 2021, with prior bidding acceptance ending on 15 April 2021. The Council's address is Cunninghame House, Friars Croft, Irvine, KA12 8EE, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in fire safety and compliance services, particularly those that can deliver assessments in accordance with current fire safety legislation and guidance. Candidates with relevant experience and credentials, such as membership in professional bodies and a proven track record in similar services, will be well-positioned to compete. The expected engagement of up to four suppliers on this framework indicates a collaborative approach, inviting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that meet the financial and technical requirements to grow their business within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Fire Risk Assessments

Notice Description

North Ayrshire Council requires suitably qualified companies to undertake Fire Risk assessments & Fire Risk Assessment Reviews in non-domestic properties operated by the Council. Under current Fire Safety Legislation and Guidance, the Council will require the Service Provider(s) to undertake Fire Risk Assessment & Fire Risk Assessment Reviews of its operational, non-domestic properties. In order to ensure that any assessments satisfactorily meet the desired outcomes for The Council and the expectations of The Scottish Fire & Rescue Service (SFRS), it is intended that one Fire Risk Assessment and one Fire Risk Assessment Review are undertaken and reports produced by each Service Provider. These initial reports may be amended in liaison with The Council to assist in finalising the format and content of future survey reports.

Lot Information

Lot 1

North Ayrshire Council requires to undertake Fire Risk Assessments & Fire Risk Assessment Reviews and have written reports provided in line with PAS 79-1:2020. It is anticipated that there will be a maximum of 4 Contractors appointed to the Framework. Under current Fire Safety Legislation and Guidance, the Council will require the Service Provider(s) to undertake Fire Risk Assessment & Fire Risk Assessment Reviews of its operational, non-domestic properties. In order to ensure that any assessments satisfactorily meet the desired outcomes for The Council and the expectations of The Scottish Fire & Rescue Service (SFRS), it is intended that one Fire Risk Assessment and one Fire Risk Assessment Review are undertaken and reports produced by each Service Provider. These initial reports may be amended in liaison with The Council to assist in finalising the format and content of future survey reports.

Renewal: Up to 24 months extension subject to budget availability and satisfactory performance

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000648471
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421990
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
January 2025

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
North Ayrshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IRVINE
Postcode
KA12 8EE
Postcode Area
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
North Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Irvine South
Westminster Constituency
Central Ayrshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Caledonian Fire Safety Solutions Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410370
    Framework Agreement for the Provision of Fire Risk Assessments - North Ayrshire Council requires suitably qualified companies to undertake Fire Risk assessments & Fire Risk Assessment Reviews in non-domestic properties operated by the Council. Under current Fire Safety Legislation and Guidance, the Council will require the Service Provider(s) to undertake Fire Risk Assessment & Fire Risk Assessment Reviews of its operational, non-domestic properties. In order to ensure that any assessments satisfactorily meet the desired outcomes for The Council and the expectations of The Scottish Fire & Rescue Service (SFRS), it is intended that one Fire Risk Assessment and one Fire Risk Assessment Review are undertaken and reports produced by each Service Provider. These initial reports may be amended in liaison with The Council to assist in finalising the format and content of future survey reports.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421990
    Framework Agreement for the Provision of Fire Risk Assessments - North Ayrshire Council requires suitably qualified companies to undertake Fire Risk assessments & Fire Risk Assessment Reviews in non-domestic properties operated by the Council. Under current Fire Safety Legislation and Guidance, the Council will require the Service Provider(s) to undertake Fire Risk Assessment & Fire Risk Assessment Reviews of its operational, non-domestic properties. In order to ensure that any assessments satisfactorily meet the desired outcomes for The Council and the expectations of The Scottish Fire & Rescue Service (SFRS), it is intended that one Fire Risk Assessment and one Fire Risk Assessment Review are undertaken and reports produced by each Service Provider. These initial reports may be amended in liaison with The Council to assist in finalising the format and content of future survey reports.

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