Award

Term Maintenance Contract for Servicing of Sprinkler, Dry Riser and Kitchen Fire Suppression Systems

FALKIRK COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Tender

28 Nov 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Term Maintenance Contract for Servicing of Sprinkler, Dry Riser and Kitchen Fire Suppression Systems" was initiated by Falkirk Council, a regional authority providing general public services. Located in Falkirk, Scotland, the council sought to engage suppliers for the maintenance of fire suppression systems across its properties. The process followed an open procurement method and was characterised by electronic submissions, with bids opening on 12th January 2026. Following the tender stage completion, the contract was awarded to Churches Fire Safety Ltd, with the contract becoming active on 16th February 2026. The total value of the awarded contract was GBP 283,021.93, marking the culmination of the procurement initiative.

This contract offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the fire safety industry wishing to expand their service portfolios. Specialising in the inspection, testing, and servicing of sprinkler systems, dry risers, and kitchen fire suppression installations, businesses can leverage this opportunity to secure a long-term partnership with Falkirk Council. Particularly suited to large-scale suppliers with expertise in emergency call-out services and ad hoc repairs, the contract provides a platform to showcase technical proficiency and quality service delivery. Additionally, suppliers can benefit from community engagements and future prospects with potential contract renewals.

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Notice Title

Term Maintenance Contract for Servicing of Sprinkler, Dry Riser and Kitchen Fire Suppression Systems

Notice Description

This contract comprises the following Works/ Services provision to various Falkirk Council properties: - 1. The quarterly, 6 monthly and annual inspection, testing and servicing of Sprinkler installations and associated equipment as detailed, including any battery replacements as required. 2. The 6 month and annual service, inspection and testing of the Dry Risers as detailed and any associated equipment as required. 3. The 6 month and annual service, inspection and testing of the Kitchen Fire Suppression installations as detailed and any associated equipment as required. 4. A 2 hour emergency call out service is to be provided 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 52 weeks of the year including all public holidays and weekends. 5. Ad hoc repairs and works to the Sprinkler, Dry Riser and Kitchen Fire Suppression installations as may be required from time to time on a daywork basis.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract comprises the following Works/ Services provision to various Falkirk Council properties: - 1. The quarterly, 6 monthly and annual inspection, testing and servicing of Sprinkler installations and associated equipment as detailed, including any battery replacements as required. 2. The 6 month and annual service, inspection and testing of the Dry Risers as detailed and any associated equipment as required. 3. The 6 month and annual service, inspection and testing of the Kitchen Fire Suppression installations as detailed and any associated equipment as required. 4. A 2 hour emergency call out service is to be provided 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 52 weeks of the year including all public holidays and weekends. 5. Ad hoc repairs and works to the Sprinkler, Dry Riser and Kitchen Fire Suppression installations as may be required from time to time on a daywork basis.

Renewal: This contract will be subject to an option to extend for a further 12 months if it is in the interests of Falkirk Council to do so.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000817027
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549612
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£283,021 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Feb 20263 weeks 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
FALKIRK COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FALKIRK
Postcode
FK2 9EE
Post Town
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM12 Falkirk
Delivery Location
TLM76 Falkirk

Local Authority
Falkirk
Electoral Ward
Falkirk North
Westminster Constituency
Falkirk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHURCHES FIRE SAFETY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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