Fire and Emergency Lighting Systems Maintenance and Repairs

ALBYN HOUSING SOCIETY LIMITED

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Tender

05 Jun 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by Albyn Housing Society Limited, a registered social landlord headquartered at 98-104 High Street, Invergordon, Ross-shire. The tender, entitled "Fire and Emergency Lighting Systems Maintenance and Repairs," falls under the housing and community amenities industry category, specifically requiring services in the Highlands region, UK (region code UKM6). The procurement is currently at the tender stage with an open procedure method. Potential suppliers must submit their electronic bids by the 17th of July 2026. The award period is set to commence on the 20th of July 2026, with the procurement having a planned duration of three years, extending potentially up to five years (3+1+1).

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies experienced in the maintenance of fire alarms, emergency lighting, and related life safety systems. Businesses specialising in building safety services, electrical maintenance, and regulatory compliance within the fire safety sector would find this tender particularly aligned with their capabilities. The contract's emphasis on quality and price (both weighted equally at 50%) suggests that companies providing high-quality service and competitive pricing will have a substantial advantage. The inclusion of community benefit requirements also offers a chance for businesses to demonstrate their commitment to local community enhancement and sustainable practices.

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Notice Title

Fire and Emergency Lighting Systems Maintenance and Repairs

Notice Description

Albyn requires a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to provide inspection and maintenance services of fire alarm, emergency lighting and other ancillary life safety systems. Full details of the requirements, alongside property details can be found within the respective specification documents.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Albyn requires a professionally managed, high-quality alarms and systems maintenance service which, through a regular and organised scheme, ensures the maintenance and operation of equipment within the scope of the contract. The supplier shall ensure equipment is maintained at optimum performance and in accordance with manufacturers and installers recommendations, as well as statutory obligations. A summary of the specific requirements includes, but is not limited to: Fire alarm systems; Emergency lighting systems; Fire door hold devices; Fire alarm monitoring at HMO properties; Smoke vents; Sprinklers; Portable firefighting equipment; CCTV systems and; Access control systems. Please ensure that you have carefully and comprehensively read all of the attached tender documents.

Renewal: Albyn Housing Society have the option to extend for a period or periods together not exceeding 2 individual years from the initial term, solely at the discretion of Albyn Housing Association (3+1+1)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000833632
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557351
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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

42 - Industrial machinery

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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

31518200 - Emergency lighting equipment

31625200 - Fire-alarm systems

35111320 - Portable fire-extinguishers

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

35125300 - Security cameras

42521000 - Smoke-extraction equipment

42961100 - Access control system

44115500 - Sprinkler systems

45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work

45343230 - Sprinkler systems installation work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

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

50711000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations

50712000 - Repair and maintenance services of mechanical building installations

79711000 - Alarm-monitoring services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Prior to 3 years from proposed contract award date at the earliest.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ALBYN HOUSING SOCIETY LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ROSS-SHIRE
Postcode
IV18 0DL
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Cromarty Firth
Westminster Constituency
Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557351
    Fire and Emergency Lighting Systems Maintenance and Repairs - Albyn requires a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to provide inspection and maintenance services of fire alarm, emergency lighting and other ancillary life safety systems. Full details of the requirements, alongside property details can be found within the respective specification documents.

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