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title: "GB-Colchester: Fire & Security Alarms"
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buyer: "COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# GB-Colchester: Fire & Security Alarms

Buyer: COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bf8b1ccc-0687-4344-a7e8-892f360afa0c

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## Summary

Colchester Borough Council is currently conducting a tender for the maintenance and repair of fire and security alarms, titled "GB-Colchester: Fire & Security Alarms". This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically in the emergency and security equipment industry. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 6th February 2018, and completed tenders due by 12:00 noon on the same day. The value of the contract is estimated between £100,000 and £500,000, and the contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2018, lasting until 31st March 2022. The operational location for the project is the East of England in the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) aiming to expand their operations in the fire safety sector. With the project requiring adherence to specific legislation and operational standards, businesses with expertise in fire and security systems, maintenance, and compliance are particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender could not only enhance their portfolios but also strengthen relationships with local government entities.

## Notice

Colchester Borough Council (the Council) wishes to commission a contractor to carry out the necessary Planned Preventative Maintenance and associated repairs that are required to existing Fire and Security Alarms to meet legislation and to ensure that all necessary premises remain in operational use. Further details of the actual requirements can be found in the specification document. 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 deadline for expressing interest in this opportunity is 17:00 hrs on Tuesday 6th February 2018. Completed tenders must be submitted and uploaded to the portal by 12:00 (noon) on Tuesday 13th February 2018.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c13572b-de6a-42c9-a282-23f46fd6c4db |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 31625200 - Fire-alarm systems
- 35100000 - Emergency and security equipment

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2018 at 14:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c13572b-de6a-42c9-a282-23f46fd6c4db

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c13572b-de6a-42c9-a282-23f46fd6c4db
  16th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Colchester:-Fire-%26-Security-Alarms/676WE539SP
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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