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Sheltered Housing Fire Alarm Upgrades

RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process overseen by Renfrewshire Council involves a contract for the upgrade of fire alarm systems in sheltered housing complexes across Renfrewshire. The Council, located in Paisley, Scotland, aims to install modern digital fire alarm systems in 300 properties, encompassing 12 distinct complexes, thereby enhancing safety and compliance with regulations. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure under the works category, with the contract awarded to A Alexander & Son Electrical Ltd for an amount of £718,694. Key dates include the contract signing on 29th April 2025, while the procurement stage has progressed from tender issuance on 13th February 2025 to contract award finalised by May 2025.

This contract presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in fire alarm installations and electrical works. Companies with the capability to deliver sectional projects within specific timelines and with considerations for community benefits are encouraged to seek similar opportunities. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in electrical systems will find this tender particularly fitting, as the procurement encouraged SME participation, evidenced by multiple bids from entities of varying sizes. The contract structure highlights the importance of Fair Work and community benefits, which can foster local partnerships and enhance company profiles through successful completion of high-impact projects.

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Notice Title

Sheltered Housing Fire Alarm Upgrades

Notice Description

Renfrewshire Council (the Employer) has the requirement to appoint a Contractor to carry out the removal and installation of new digital Fire Alarm systems in 300 properties across 12 Sheltered Housing Complexes.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract is for a Contractor to carry out Fire Alarm Upgrades to 300 properties across 12 sheltered housing complexes. The Contract will also require the upgrade of fire alarms within common areas of each complex: - Alt Patrick Gardens - Darkwood Court - Fulbar Court - Gallacher Court - Houston Court - Monkdyke House - Rowan Gardens - Spiersfield Gardens - Springbank Road - The Oaks - Bruce Court - Fitzalan Court This Contract will involve sectional start and completion dates and each complex will have 5 - 11 weeks for the service to be completed.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000787242
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530419
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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


CPV Codes

31625200 - Fire-alarm systems

35121700 - Alarm systems

45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£718,694 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Kevin Milliken
Contact Email
kevin.milliken@renfrewshire.gov.uk, louise.bishop@renfrewshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3003000300

Buyer Location

Locality
PAISLEY
Postcode
PA1 1JB
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire

Local Authority
Renfrewshire
Electoral Ward
Paisley East and Central
Westminster Constituency
Paisley and Renfrewshire South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

A ALEXANDER & SON ELECTRICAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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