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title: "Testing & Inspecting of Emergency Lighting Systems"
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# Testing & Inspecting of Emergency Lighting Systems

Buyer: IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5ad04293-f858-453e-b1af-0c9c11e477f1

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## Summary

Ipswich Borough Council is conducting an open tender titled "Testing & Inspecting of Emergency Lighting Systems." The procurement is focused on the services category and is set within the East of England, specifically for the testing and inspection of emergency lighting across approximately 346 buildings and 15 sheltered housing schemes. The tender period is open until 11 April 2022, with the contract expected to start on 1 May 2022 and last for one year. The total estimated value of the contract is £175,000, with a minimum contract value of £125,000, complying with all current regulations.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the electrical installation and maintenance sector, particularly those specialising in emergency lighting systems and fire-detection systems. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, as the procurement process is designed to be accessible. Companies with experience in providing similar services for housing authorities or working within regulatory compliance can greatly benefit from this tender, enabling them to expand their client base and enhance their service offerings.

## Notice

Ipswich Borough Council require a Contractor to provide Emergency Lighting Testing and Inspections, in accordance with all elements of current regulations for its Housing Stock and Sheltered Housing Schemes, which comprises of approximately 346 buildings for general housing stock and 15 sheltered housing schemes. There may also be additional blocks that require testing and inspection on an ad hoc basis. Additional information: This opportunity is available in the 'Current Tenders' area of www.suffolksourcing.uk. Interested parties are invited to express their interest in order to gain full access to the tender documentation Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c448ad5-33a4-4c80-830d-279769764150 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 May 2022 - 1 May 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £175,000 |
| 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 | IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SUFFOLK |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 45 - Construction work
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 31518200 - Emergency lighting equipment
- 31625100 - Fire-detection systems
- 45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work
- 51110000 - Installation services of electrical equipment

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2022 at 11:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c448ad5-33a4-4c80-830d-279769764150

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c448ad5-33a4-4c80-830d-279769764150
  10th March 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.ipswich.gov.uk/services/procurement-and-tendering
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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