--- title: "Thornbury Town Council- Inspection, maintenance and testing of fire safety systems" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-29fe9986-9650-4c87-9727-4f766883748f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-29fe9986-9650-4c87-9727-4f766883748f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-29fe9986-9650-4c87-9727-4f766883748f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-29fe9986-9650-4c87-9727-4f766883748f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THORNBURY TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2020-07-31" --- # Thornbury Town Council- Inspection, maintenance and testing of fire safety systems Buyer: THORNBURY TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-29fe9986-9650-4c87-9727-4f766883748f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-29fe9986-9650-4c87-9727-4f766883748f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-29fe9986-9650-4c87-9727-4f766883748f.json) ## Summary Thornbury Town Council is seeking tenders for the inspection, maintenance, and testing of fire safety systems at its various properties located in South Gloucestershire. The tender process began on 29th June 2020, and responses are due by midday on 4th August 2020. The tentative contract commencement date is set for 24th August 2020, lasting for a maximum of five years, with an initial three-year period and potential extensions. The procurement method is a limited competitive quotation below threshold, which caters specifically to qualified suppliers in the relevant sector. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in fire safety systems and related services to expand their operations. Companies that provide maintenance, inspection, or emergency call-out services are particularly well-suited to compete. Moreover, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given the nature of the procurement process. Engaging with the Council during the supplier visit period from 6th to 17th July could further enhance the chances of success by allowing businesses to understand the requirements and scope of the services being tendered. ## Notice Thornbury Town Council (or the Council) is located in South Gloucestershire. It owns a range of properties and is sole Trustee for the Armstrong Hall Complex which also includes a Museum. All buildings are in very close proximity. The Invitation to Tender (ITT) sets out how your organisation can submit a tender for the Review, Inspection, Maintenance and Testing of Fire prevention Systems at Thornbury Town Council Sites. We are also interested in the option of a quote for a new Fire Alarm system within the Town Hall (35 High Street) and a quote for staff training. These prices should be submitted as an option. The appointed contractor will provide a review of existing facilities and a service for the Inspection, Maintenance and Testing of Fire prevention Systems at Thornbury Town Council Sites. The appointed contractor will also provide an emergency call out facility. The contract will be for a maximum duration of 5 years, covering an initial period of 3 years plus an option of extending for a further 2 periods of 1 year (3+1+1=5) The following is the proposed timetable for recruitment: * Issue Tender: 29th June 2020 * Supplier Visits to the Council Offices. Please contact the individual named to arrange this. 9am - 4pm - 6th July to 17th July 2020 * Receive Response from Tenderers Mid-Day 4 August 2020 * Tender Evaluation Completed by 12th August 2020 * Contract Award and Start Date 24th August 2020 If you intend to tender for the service, please read all the instructions carefully and prepare your tender accordingly. These can obtained by contacting: Clerk@thornburytowncouncil.gov.uk It is recommended that you view a sample of the sites before tender submission. Please contact the following to arrange this: Name and Title: Hannah Cornford- Administrator Email: H.Cornford@thornburytowncouncil.gov.uk Tel: 01454 412103 Additional information: PLEASE NOTE THERE WAS AN ERROR IN THE EMAIL TO SUBMIT TENDERS AS SUCH WE HAVE EXTENDED THE DEADLINE TO MIDDAY 4th AUGUST 2020. THE CORRECT EMAIL IS info@thornburytowncouncil.gov.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81c85d64-c4ce-4ce6-ae81-0e937ce2eda8 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 31 Jul 2020 | | Submission deadline | 4 Aug 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 23 Aug 2020 - 25 Aug 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THORNBURY TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS35 2AR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire | | Local authority | South Gloucestershire | | Electoral ward | Thornbury | | Westminster constituency | Thornbury and Yate | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ## Release History - 31 Jul 2020 at 13:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81c85d64-c4ce-4ce6-ae81-0e937ce2eda8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81c85d64-c4ce-4ce6-ae81-0e937ce2eda8 31st July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bf7ed3e0-57d3-4c2b-b190-a0e629b44171 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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