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title: "GB-Colchester: Replacement Fire Alarm System"
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buyer: "COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2021-04-26"
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# GB-Colchester: Replacement Fire Alarm System

Buyer: COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-33514c46-f4a3-480a-9d42-1370413141b9

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## Summary

The Colchester Borough Council is seeking a contractor for the installation and replacement of a wireless fire alarm system at Colchester Town Hall, located in Colchester, Essex. This open tender, classified under the industry category of burglar and fire alarms, was published on 26th April 2021, with a submission deadline set for 17th May 2021. The expected commencement of the contract is on 1st June 2021, with a total contract period of two months, concluding on 30th July 2021. The overall contract value ranges from £50,000 to £100,000.

This procurement presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the fire safety and security sector to expand their business. Contractors with experience in installation and maintenance of fire alarm systems will find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities. Additionally, given the project’s timeframe and budget, businesses that can offer competitive pricing along with swift delivery will likely excel in the bidding process.

## Notice

Colchester Borough Homes on behalf of Colchester Borough Council are looking to commission a contractor to install and replace the existing wireless fire alarm system throughout Colchester Town Hall, High Street, Colchester, CO1 1PJ. Full details of the scope of the works required can be found in the tender document's. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. The time scales for completing this work is 2 months from the commencement date. The Council has provisionally stated work to commence 01/06/21, but contractors can confirm their required time scales in their tender submission.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5964125-5e18-461a-9d2e-4d988ce3a8da |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 17 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2021 - 30 Jul 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO3 3WG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Colchester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms

## Release History

- 26 Apr 2021 at 13:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5964125-5e18-461a-9d2e-4d988ce3a8da

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5964125-5e18-461a-9d2e-4d988ce3a8da
  26th April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Colchester:-Replacement-Fire-Alarm-System/CN2DC9263U
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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