This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by East Ayrshire Council involves the provision of services for the "PS-25-229 - Fire Suppression (Sprinkler) System Service, Maintenance & Repair MTC." This contract encompasses planned inspections, servicing, testing, certification, and emergency repairs of various fire suppression systems, primarily within the UKM93 region. The procurement, conducted through an open procedure, started with a tender publication on 2nd February 2026 and concluded with contract award decisions made by 6th March 2026. The subsequent contract was signed on 28th April 2026 with Emtec Fire, a SME based in Uddingston, for a total value of £791,758.35. The main procurement category for this tender is services under the CPV code 50413200.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs, particularly those with expertise in fire suppression and maintenance services. Companies equipped with skilled personnel, holding relevant certifications like LPS 1048, and capable of conducting both regular maintenance and emergency repairs are well-suited to benefit. The contract underscores a focus on offering community benefits, including targeted recruitment and training, which can enhance a company's social responsibility portfolio. Additionally, the opportunity for extensions over the 36-month renewal period allows businesses to plan for long-term engagement and contractual stability.

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Notice Title

PS-25-229 - Fire Suppression (Sprinkler) System Service, Maintenance & Repair MTC

Notice Description

The nature of the works envisaged within this contract relates to both the planned inspection, servicing, testing & certification, and to emergency/reactive repairs of non-domestic sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, dry risers, gas suppression systems and cookerhood suppression systems. It is anticipated that the vast majority of work will be carried out during normal working hours.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The nature of the works envisaged within this contract relates to both the planned inspection, servicing, testing & certification, and to emergency/reactive repairs of non-domestic sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, dry risers, gas suppression systems and cookerhood suppression systems. It is anticipated that the vast majority of work will be carried out during normal working hours.

Renewal: 2No. Optional 1 year Extensions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000822302
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560103
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

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

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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

35111500 - Fire suppression system

44115500 - Sprinkler systems

44482200 - Fire hydrants

45343230 - Sprinkler systems installation work

50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£791,758 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
36 months

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE 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
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EMTEC FIRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548523
    PS-25-229 - Fire Suppression (Sprinkler) System Service, Maintenance & Repair MTC - The nature of the works envisaged within this contract relates to both the planned inspection, servicing, testing & certification, and to emergency/reactive repairs of non-domestic sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, dry risers, gas suppression systems and cookerhood suppression systems. It is anticipated that the vast majority of work will be carried out during normal working hours.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560103
    PS-25-229 - Fire Suppression (Sprinkler) System Service, Maintenance & Repair MTC - The nature of the works envisaged within this contract relates to both the planned inspection, servicing, testing & certification, and to emergency/reactive repairs of non-domestic sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, dry risers, gas suppression systems and cookerhood suppression systems. It is anticipated that the vast majority of work will be carried out during normal working hours.

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