Award

Provision of Maintenance of Fire and Security Systems

ABERTAY UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

10 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Tender

27 Oct 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Abertay University, based in Dundee, successfully concluded a public procurement process for the provision and maintenance of fire and security systems across its estate. The procurement process followed an open procedure method, allowing multiple businesses to submit bids electronically, with the tender submission deadline being 27th November 2025. The procurement was part of a comprehensive service contract critical to maintaining compliance with statutory regulations, involving the installation and repair of systems like Gent fire alarms, Milestone CCTV, and Paxton door controls. With a total contract value of £250,000, Bell Fire & Security Ltd, an SME from Glasgow, was awarded the contract on 6th January 2026, underscoring the university's commitment to operational resilience and staff, student, and visitor safety.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for SMEs specialising in maintenance, security, and safety systems to engage with the education sector, offering potential for business growth through long-term partnerships. Businesses equipped to deliver high-quality technical services, alongside competitive pricing, would be particularly well-suited to participate in similar tenders. Additionally, the requirement for community benefits provides avenues for companies to enhance their community engagement initiatives, such as offering local employment opportunities, apprenticeships, and engagement with educational groups, thus bolstering their corporate social responsibility profile while contributing to local community development in Dundee.

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Notice Title

Provision of Maintenance of Fire and Security Systems

Notice Description

Abertay University is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to deliver a comprehensive range of fire and security systems and maintenance services across its estate. This contract is critical to ensuring compliance with statutory fire safety regulations, maintaining operational resilience, and safeguarding staff, students, and visitors.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The contract will encompass the maintenance, repair, and installation of fire alarm systems (Gent panels), CCTV systems (Milestone), and door access control systems (Paxton and Assa Abloy SmartAir).

Renewal: Optional 24 months extension period

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000813960
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549279
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

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

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

50 - Repair and maintenance services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms

35125300 - Security cameras

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50610000 - Repair and maintenance services of security equipment

92222000 - Closed circuit television services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20261 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
ABERTAY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@abertay.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1382308995

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 1HG
Post Town
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

BELL FIRE &SECURITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT542168
    Provision of Maintenance of Fire and Security Systems - Abertay University is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to deliver a comprehensive range of fire and security systems and maintenance services across its estate. This contract is critical to ensuring compliance with statutory fire safety regulations, maintaining operational resilience, and safeguarding staff, students, and visitors.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549279
    Provision of Maintenance of Fire and Security Systems - Abertay University is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to deliver a comprehensive range of fire and security systems and maintenance services across its estate. This contract is critical to ensuring compliance with statutory fire safety regulations, maintaining operational resilience, and safeguarding staff, students, and visitors.

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