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title: "HMPPS Norwich Fire Safety Improvements BPRN 580/20/6934"
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# HMPPS Norwich Fire Safety Improvements BPRN 580/20/6934

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a3c647ec-334b-4dbb-8b20-f8bf95ab3d15

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has awarded a contract for "HMPPS Norwich Fire Safety Improvements BPRN 580/20/6934" in the East of England. The project focuses on upgrading fire safety systems to meet current standards and will involve both active and passive fire safety improvements in the prison facility. The procurement process was conducted using a selective method, and the contract was signed on 5th September 2024 with completion expected by 28th July 2026. The project is part of a two-stage Design and Build Contract under the PPC2000 (Amended 2013) Form of Contract. An initial payment of £1,347,915.61 has been made for preliminary surveys and design development, and the total contract value is £28,061,074.70. The contractor, Bowmer and Kirkland Ltd, has been appointed to carry out the work.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in fire safety systems, construction, and related services to contribute to a high-profile project. Companies with expertise in fire alarm and smoke detection systems, as well as those proficient in ventilation and suppression systems, will find this project especially relevant. Though the project scope and budget are extensive, which may suit larger enterprises, subcontracting opportunities might exist for smaller and specialised firms. The improvements can lead to further collaboration with the Ministry of Justice on future projects, expanding the business portfolio and providing a pathway for growth in the public sector construction and safety market.

## Notice

Fire Safety Improvements (FSI) to the built environment that are fit for purpose, comply with current standards, and adhere to the requirements of the latest Crown Premises Inspection Group (CPIG) report, by addressing the fire alarm, smoke detection, suppression, and ventilation systems, in addition to passive fire safety improvements. The improvements will also ensure adherence to the MoJ's four-point strategy for improving fire safety across the public-sector prison estate. A constructor has been appointed for the design and build of the project. This is a two stage Design and Build Contract let under the PPC2000 (Amended 2013) Form of contract. The original estimated value of the contract was calculated by MOJ, and its Cost Consultants following desktop and non-intrusive surveys and was based on information reasonably known at the time and arrived at via a thorough and appropriate methodology. The contractor has been paid an initial sum of PS1,347,915.61 to proceed with intrusive surveys and the developed design of the works.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12624280-a2fb-4bfe-9dc2-e15889018ee7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 4 Sep 2024 - 28 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,061,074 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,061,074 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF JUSTICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BOWMER AND KIRKLAND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45216113 - Prison building construction work

## Release History

- 20 Sep 2024 at 17:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12624280-a2fb-4bfe-9dc2-e15889018ee7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12624280-a2fb-4bfe-9dc2-e15889018ee7
  20th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/17b563c7-c75f-4647-80eb-d53be3e76f03
  n/a

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