--- title: "CBC-1856-T-TS Fire Risk Assessments" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d661b14f-7d63-4e04-8a33-d24ca80c869b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d661b14f-7d63-4e04-8a33-d24ca80c869b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d661b14f-7d63-4e04-8a33-d24ca80c869b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d661b14f-7d63-4e04-8a33-d24ca80c869b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2025-10-27" --- # CBC-1856-T-TS Fire Risk Assessments Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d661b14f-7d63-4e04-8a33-d24ca80c869b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d661b14f-7d63-4e04-8a33-d24ca80c869b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d661b14f-7d63-4e04-8a33-d24ca80c869b.json) ## Summary The procurement process for "CBC-1856-T-TS Fire Risk Assessments" is being managed by Central Bedfordshire Council, headquartered in Shefford, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the industry category of fire-prevention services, with additional classifications encompassing fire-detection and alarm systems, hazard and safety consultancy services, among others. The procurement method is a competitive procedure with negotiation, aimed at securing services for fire risk assessments and associated inspections in council-owned homes. The tender phase is active, with a submission deadline on 28th November 2025. The contract start date is set for 1st July 2026, with a duration of two years, plus an optional extension of up to two additional years. The process is beyond the threshold, indicating a significant procurement intended to assure technical and regulatory compliance in housing safety. This tender presents robust opportunities for businesses involved in fire safety assessments, technical consultancy, and safety compliance services. Firms with expertise in these areas, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive safety consultations and timely inspection services, will find this contract suitable for cultivating growth in the public sector. Though the opportunity may not specifically favour SMEs or VCSEs, larger firms with the ability to meet the demanding requirements outlined in the tender documents have a substantial opportunity to secure a significant public contract, thereby expanding their footprint within the governmental landscape. The selective procurement process implies that only the most competitive and well-prepared bids will be considered, fostering healthy competition and presenting a chance for businesses to showcase their capabilities and innovation in fire safety management. ## Notice Fire Risk Assessments and Associated Inspections and Remedial works in Council Owned Homes Independent preparation and review of Fire Risk Assessments, the authority will appoint a separate Supplier to carry out Fire Specialist and Building Safety Advice. Contracts for 'Fire Risk Assessments for Housing Properties' and 'Fire Specialist and Building Safety Advice' will not be awarded to the same Supplier. Please read and follow the information and guidance supplied below and within the Tender documents, this will help with your tender submission. Word count limits apply, any information going over will not be considered. Respond to ALL questions. Additional documents or information not required will be disregarded. 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Target contract commencement date: 1st July 2026 Contract term: 2 years +1+1 optional Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20120022-38e9-4f89-9330-3ea630204a24 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Oct 2025 | | Submission deadline | 28 Nov 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | SHEFFORD | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG17 5TQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire | | Local authority | Central Bedfordshire | | Electoral ward | Shefford | | Westminster constituency | Hitchin | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms - 31625100 - Fire-detection systems - 31625200 - Fire-alarm systems - 71313410 - Risk or hazard assessment for construction - 71315210 - Building services consultancy services - 71317000 - Hazard protection and control consultancy services - 71317100 - Fire and explosion protection and control consultancy services - 71317200 - Health and safety services - 71317210 - Health and safety consultancy services - 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services - 75251110 - Fire-prevention services - 79417000 - Safety consultancy services - 90711100 - Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction ## Release History - 27 Oct 2025 at 11:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20120022-38e9-4f89-9330-3ea630204a24 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20120022-38e9-4f89-9330-3ea630204a24 27th October 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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