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title: "FMM-23-011 Supply and Maintenance of Fire Fighting Equipment"
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# FMM-23-011 Supply and Maintenance of Fire Fighting Equipment

Buyer: THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04470f

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## Summary

The Education Authority (EA), based in Belfast, has awarded an open tender contract titled "FMM-23-011 Supply and Maintenance of Fire Fighting Equipment" in the services category, specifically covering repair and maintenance of firefighting equipment under CPV classification 50413200. This award, finalised on 14th August 2024, engages D B MCLARNON FIRE PROTECTION AGENCY LTD to provide maintenance, recharging, and testing of fire extinguishers, as well as supply of firefighting equipment, for an initial period of three years with potential extensions up to 24 months. The contract's estimated value ranges from £1,573,304.40 to £2,673,056.76, including contingencies for higher demand and inflation. Key dates in this procurement include the submission deadline on 21st June 2024, and potential extensions up to 2029.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for firms specialising in fire safety services, maintenance, and supply. Companies with capabilities to offer high-quality service delivery and social value will particularly benefit, aligning with the criteria set by EA that weigh quality (30%) and cost (70%). SMEs and local suppliers in the UK are well-positioned to compete, given the EA's commitment to regional development and sustainable practices. The procurement entails open procedures, allowing a competitive and transparent bidding environment, encouraging innovation and efficiency from participating businesses.

## Notice

FMM-23-011 Supply and Maintenance of Fire Fighting Equipment

### Lot Information

Lot 1

FMM-23-011 Supply and Maintenance of Fire Fighting Equipment. Additional information: The Education Authority has appointed a single contractor capable of providing a fully managed Maintenance, Recharging and Testing of Fire Extinguishers and Supply of Fire Fighting Equipment for a 3 three year Initial Period, with options to extend for any period of up to 24 months, It should be noted that the extension options mayor may not be exercised. EA has appointed the contract to one Contractor capable of providing the service specification for the period of the contract to ensure that the firefighting equipment is fully maintained, tested and supplied on a regular basis. The value shown in II.1.7 is the highest value estimated in the following range: PS1,573,304.40 -PS2,673,056.76 excluding VAT. This value has been calculated on a 5 year basis that includes contingency for higher demand, inflation and extension periods. There is no commitment as to the usage volume or value of orders during this contract.

Options: Option to extend the contract for any period of up to and including 24 months as per the tender documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027509-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | 9 Mar 2024 |
| Award date | 13 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,673,056 |
| Lots value | £2,673,056 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,673,056 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BALLYMENA |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT42 2HS |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Duncairn |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast North |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | D B MCLARNON FIRE PROTECTION AGENCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 24951210 - Fire-extinguisher powder
- 24951230 - Fire-extinguisher charges
- 35111000 - Firefighting equipment
- 35111300 - Fire extinguishers
- 35111320 - Portable fire-extinguishers
- 39525400 - Fire blankets
- 44482000 - Fire-protection devices
- 50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment
- 51700000 - Installation services of fire protection equipment

## Release History

- 29 Aug 2024 at 08:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027509-2024
- 22 May 2024 at 15:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016215-2024
- 8 Mar 2024 at 16:58 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007592-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps

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