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LIT0743 Automatic Sprinkler Fire Protection Systems Servicing and Maintenance

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has successfully completed the procurement process for the servicing and maintenance of automatic sprinkler fire protection systems across its campus. This contract, valued at £176,000, was awarded to Tyco Fire and Integrated Solutions under an open procedure. The initial term is set for two years, starting from 1st September 2025, with the potential to extend for two additional one-year periods, extending it to 31st August 2029. The industry category is education, and the services will be provided within Edinburgh, specifically in the UKM75 region. As of 18th September 2025, the award has been finalised, marking this stage of the procurement process as complete.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in fire protection systems. With a contract covering a broad range of maintenance and reactive works, companies that can demonstrate robust capabilities in inspection and maintenance services could find substantial growth through similar future contracts. While this contract has been awarded, companies can look to participate in similar opportunities by ensuring they meet industry standards and certification requirements, such as being a member of the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association or holding appropriate insurance and financial stability. The structured procurement method using the Public Contracts Scotland portal highlights the importance of readiness and compliance for businesses aiming to engage with large educational institutions like the University of Edinburgh.

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Notice Title

LIT0743 Automatic Sprinkler Fire Protection Systems Servicing and Maintenance

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh has appointed a single supplier to provide comprehensive inspection, maintenance and reactive works to the University covering the sprinkler fire protection systems located in various buildings throughout the Estate. The initial contract period is for 2 years, from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2027. The University has the option to extend for two additional periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 31st August 2029 if all extensions are applied.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh has appointed a single supplier to provide comprehensive inspection, maintenance and reactive works to the University covering the sprinkler fire protection systems located in various buildings throughout the Estate. The initial contract period is for 2 years, from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2027. The University has the option to extend for two additional periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 31st August 2029 if all extensions are applied (2+1+1).

Options: The University has the option to extend for two additional periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 31st August 2029 if all extensions are applied (2+1+1).

Renewal: The University is seeking to appoint a single Contractor of this service for a period of 2 years with two options to extend for periods of 1-year each (2+1+1).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000794963
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539482
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

44115500 - Sprinkler systems

45343230 - Sprinkler systems installation work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£176,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Sep 20255 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
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TYCO FIRE AND INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527285
    LIT0743 Automatic Sprinkler Fire Protection Systems Servicing and Maintenance - The University of Edinburgh will very shortly be going out to tender for a single supplier to provide comprehensive inspection, maintenance and reactive works to the University covering the sprinkler fire protection systems located in various buildings throughout the Estate. The contract period shall be 4 years, consisting of an initial 2-year term and two options to extend for periods of 1-year each (2+1+1).
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539482
    LIT0743 Automatic Sprinkler Fire Protection Systems Servicing and Maintenance - The University of Edinburgh has appointed a single supplier to provide comprehensive inspection, maintenance and reactive works to the University covering the sprinkler fire protection systems located in various buildings throughout the Estate. The initial contract period is for 2 years, from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2027. The University has the option to extend for two additional periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 31st August 2029 if all extensions are applied.

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