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title: "Fire Strategy Consultant Framework for the University of Sunderland - AWARD"
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# Fire Strategy Consultant Framework for the University of Sunderland - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-28dd57ef-f629-4052-a2e8-1633b5113b18

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## Summary

The University of Sunderland has awarded a contract for Fire Strategy Consultancy services under an open procedure. The contract, titled "Fire Strategy Consultant Framework for the University of Sunderland," has an estimated value of £125k per annum. The framework will run for 3 years with a possible extension of one year. The tender period ended on 9th February 2024, and the contract period is from 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2027 in Sunderland, North East, United Kingdom. The main procurement category is services in health and safety consultancy.

This tender awarded to multiple suppliers, including B-First Fire Safety, PartB Group Ltd, and Rider Levett Bucknall UK Limited, presents growth opportunities for businesses specialised in safety consultancy services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) would particularly find this opportunity suitable. Interested businesses can access the tender documents and express their interest via the University of Sunderland's procurement website. The framework may involve collaborations with external funding bodies like the Arts Council, ERDF, and Heritage Lottery Fund, offering a wider scope for business growth and development.

## Notice

The University seeks to develop a framework agreement for Fire Strategy Consultancy services. It is envisaged that 3 consultants will be appointed to the Framework. The specification can be found in Appendix F. Estimated value of this framework is :- PS125k per annum For the purpose of this tender award and any subsequent services which may be connected with the original award we reserve the right to spend a further 25% of the anticipated spend subject to changes in University requirements or changes to legislation. The framework will run for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for a further one year. Any commissions under this contract or framework maybe subject to external funding from bodies such as Arts Council, ERDF, Heritage Lottery Fund, LEP etc. and the successful suppliers will be expected to work with the University on any funding applications where appropriate. This list of funding bodies is not exhaustive. Expressions of interest and tender documents are available via In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fa7c4f9-fb3d-4fdc-8aa4-c3fb415090ec |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Apr 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | B-FIRST FIRE SAFETY; PARTB GROUP; RIDER LEVETT BUCKNALL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 71317210 - Health and safety consultancy services
- 79417000 - Safety consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Apr 2024 at 11:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fa7c4f9-fb3d-4fdc-8aa4-c3fb415090ec

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fa7c4f9-fb3d-4fdc-8aa4-c3fb415090ec
  5th April 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://services.sunderland.ac.uk/finance/sections/procurement/
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home

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