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Award

09 Jun 2026 at 01:00

Tender

06 Oct 2025 at 01:00

Planning

17 Jun 2025 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has completed the procurement process for "Fire Alarms & Associated Services - General and Reactive Maintenance, and Planned Works", with contracts awarded as of 28th May 2026. This procurement targeted the education industry in Edinburgh, under the public services category, and was conducted via a restricted, two-stage tender procedure, highlighting the University's commitment to transparency and competitive selection. Contracts were divided into two lots: Lot 1 for Central & Accommodation Area awarded to OCS Technical Services Ltd, and Lot 2 for Science & Engineering, and Medical & Veterinary Areas awarded to FMS Fire and Security Ltd. Originally planned to commence on 2nd June 2026, these contracts are set for a three-year term, with possible extensions up to 1st June 2031, providing ample stability and planning horizon for the suppliers involved.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in fire alarm systems management, maintenance, and associated services. The procurement process was highly selective, favouring companies with demonstrated capability in both reactive and planned maintenance. Given the £10 million estimated contract value over five years, businesses adept in handling large-scale operations, with focus on technical quality, are better positioned to compete successfully. This engagement allows suppliers to work closely with a prestigious institution such as the University of Edinburgh, which not only augments their portfolio but also enhances credibility and technical proficiency. This procurement is especially advantageous for large enterprises and SMEs committed to providing high-quality safety systems in complex environments.

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Notice Title

Fire Alarms & Associated Services - General and Reactive Maintenance, and Planned Works

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh has appointed two suppliers to provide general & reactive maintenance of fire alarms and associated services, and planned fire alarm works, which would ensure the University is meeting its obligations throughout the estate. This contract is split into 2 lots as follows, with one supplier appointed per lot. Lot 1 - Central & Accommodation Area Lot 2 - Science & Engineering, and Medical & Veterinary Areas The initial contract term is 3 years from 2nd June 2026 and running to 1st June 2029. The University has the option to extend for two additional periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 1st June 2031 if all extensions are applied. The Contract has been awarded following an openly advertised Restricted Procedure (two-stage tender process).

Lot Information

Central & Accommodation Area

The University of Edinburgh has appointed a single supplier to provide general & reactive maintenance of fire alarms and associated services, and planned fire alarm works for Lot 1: Central & Accommodation Area. The Contract has been awarded following an openly advertised Restricted Procedure (two-stage tender process).

Options: The University has two options to extend for periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 1st June 2031 if all extensions are applied (3+1+1).

Renewal: Initial contract period of 3 years with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years in total (3+1+1).

Science & Engineering, and Meds & Vets Areas

The University of Edinburgh has appointed a single supplier to provide general & reactive maintenance of fire alarms and associated services, and planned fire alarm works for Lot 2: Science & Engineering, and Medical & Veterinary Areas. The Contract has been awarded following an openly advertised Restricted Procedure (two-stage tender process).

Options: The University has two options to extend for periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 1st June 2031 if all extensions are applied (3+1+1).

Renewal: Initial contract period of 3 years with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years in total (3+1+1).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000801776
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557626
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

31625200 - Fire-alarm systems

45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
21 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
28 May 20263 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Tendering process for renewal of this contract is likely to be approx. 6 to 9 months prior to the expiry of the contract.

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
Postcode Area
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
2
Supplier Names

FMS Fire and Security Ltd

OCS Technical Services Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN532678
    Fire Alarms & Associated Services - General and Reactive Maintenance and Planned Works up the value of 150k GBP (excl. VAT) - The University of Edinburgh is due to go out to tender within the next month or two to establish contracting arrangements for a contract covering both general & reactive maintenance of fire alarms and associated services, and planned fire alarm works up to and including the value of 150,000 GBP excluding VAT, which would ensure the University are meeting our obligations throughout the estate. This contract will likely be divided into 2 geographical lots described below. Lot 1 - Central & Accommodation Area Lot 2 - Science & Engineering, and Meds & Vets Areas It is intended that the contract will in place for an initial term of 3 years with two options to extend for periods of 1-year each (3+1+1). Interested parties should note their interest on this notice.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540663
    Fire Alarms & Associated Services - General and Reactive Maintenance, and Planned Works - The University of Edinburgh will shortly be going out to tender via a Restricted Procedure to engage two suitably qualified, resourced and experienced organisations to provide general & reactive maintenance of fire alarms and associated services, and planned fire alarm works, which would ensure the University is meeting its obligations throughout the estate. This contract will likely be divided into 2 geographical lots described below. Lot 1 - Central & Accommodation Area Lot 2 - Science & Engineering, and Medical & Veterinary Areas Total Estimated Contract Value (Both Lots): 10,000,000 GBP excluding VAT over the full 5-year contract period (2,000,000 GBP per annum). Lot 1: 5,500,000 GBP excluding VAT over the full 5-year contract period (1,100,000 GBP per annum). Lot 2: 4,500,000 GBP excluding VAT over the full 5-year contract period (900,000 GBP per annum). Please note, these values are estimates only, and not guaranteed values. Fire Alarms and Associated Services include the Maintenance, Reactive Maintenance, upgrades and replacements to a maximum value of the following Associated Services: - a) Remote Monitoring Centre for Alarm Signalling. b) Automatic door closers - Motorised & Magnetic c) Fire Suppressant Systems and Room Integrity Inspections. d) Voice Evacuation System e) Fireman's phone f) Alerter Systems g) Gas detection Systems h) EVC Systems i) VESDA Systems j) Cause & Effect testing verification k) Fire Curtains l) Fire Shutters m) Stair pressurisation/ Smoke vent Systems As Fire Alarm systems play a major part of building Health & Safety. The University has a responsibility to ensure all Fire alarm reactive works have an initial response time of one hour by competent personnel. Reactive work is often required for completion within 24 hours. In certain circumstances the reactive works or a temporary installation may be required to be installed within the day of reactive report. It is anticipated that the contract will in place for an initial term of 3 years with two options to extend for periods of 1-year each (3+1+1).
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557626
    Fire Alarms & Associated Services - General and Reactive Maintenance, and Planned Works - The University of Edinburgh has appointed two suppliers to provide general & reactive maintenance of fire alarms and associated services, and planned fire alarm works, which would ensure the University is meeting its obligations throughout the estate. This contract is split into 2 lots as follows, with one supplier appointed per lot. Lot 1 - Central & Accommodation Area Lot 2 - Science & Engineering, and Medical & Veterinary Areas The initial contract term is 3 years from 2nd June 2026 and running to 1st June 2029. The University has the option to extend for two additional periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 1st June 2031 if all extensions are applied. The Contract has been awarded following an openly advertised Restricted Procedure (two-stage tender process).

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