This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

06 Nov 2025 at 00:00

Tender

07 May 2025 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

Dundee City Council is inviting tenders for the inspection, testing, service, and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems, including EVC and PAVA systems, across various properties in Dundee. This open procurement process, valued at £590,000, falls under the category of general public services and involves electronic submission. The tender process began on 7th May 2025, with the submission deadline set for 9th June 2025 at 12:00 BST, followed by the opening of bids at 12:30 BST on the same day. The contract is expected to be awarded afterward, with a focus on compliance with British and European standards. The work is to be delivered in Dundee under the oversight of Dundee City Council, identified with the procurement ID DCC/CD/261/24.

This tender provides a significant business opportunity, particularly for companies specialising in fire safety system services and maintenance. With a contract duration of up to four years and potential extensions, businesses can benefit from a stable service requirement. Ideal bidders would have strong expertise in compliance with statutory safety regulations and a robust financial standing, as indicated by a minimum Equifax Score check of 35. The opportunity not only promises economic stability but also requisites for community benefit outcomes, at the rate of one outcome per each £100,000 spent, allowing businesses to contribute positively to the community while expanding their service portfolio.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Tender for the Inspection, Testing, Service & Maintenance of Fire Detection & Alarm, EVC & PAVA Systems

Notice Description

The works shall comprise the Inspection, Testing, Certification, written reporting and subsequent servicing and maintenance of the Fire Alarm Systems and associated equipment within various Dundee City Council properties, along with minor and urgent repair works which may have not been foreseen. This work shall be carried out to the requirements and recommendations set out in current applicable British Standards, European Standards and all statutory requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The works shall comprise the Inspection, Testing, Certification, written reporting and subsequent servicing and maintenance of the Fire Alarm Systems and associated equipment within various Dundee City Council properties, along with minor and urgent repair works which may have not been foreseen. This work shall be carried out to the requirements and recommendations set out in current applicable British Standards, European Standards and all statutory requirements.

Renewal: 2 years, then a further 2 years

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000797752
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV542940
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

50712000 - Repair and maintenance services of mechanical building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£590,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£590,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£207,258 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Oct 202510 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
This will be re-procured in 7 years if extension options are utilised.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Dundee City Council
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 1QE
Postcode Area
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
Maryfield
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Secureshield Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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