--- title: "Water Mist Suppression System Replacement" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051c5a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-051c5a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051c5a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051c5a.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR LONDON" published: "2026-03-31" --- # Water Mist Suppression System Replacement Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR LONDON Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051c5a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-051c5a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051c5a.json) ## Summary Transport for London (TfL) sought to procure a principal contractor for the replacement of Water Mist Suppression and Sprinkler Systems across 34 locations at 22 different London Underground stations. Classified under central government, this contract was set within the works category with an open competition procurement method, below the financial threshold. This comprehensive undertaking aimed to modernise outdated and non-compliant fire suppression systems installed in various storage and retail premises within the network. Initially planned to conclude in November 2025, the submission deadline was eventually extended to 24 November 2025, with contract commencement aiming for 1 April 2026 up to 31 October 2028, with a possible extension. However, unforeseen budget constraints led to a cancellation notice issued on 31 March 2026, halting this procurement process entirely. This tender presented a substantial opportunity for contractors specialising in firefighting equipment and sprinkler system installation work. Businesses adept in fire protection systems, especially those with experience in working within complex urban infrastructures, would have found this an appealing opportunity to engage with one of London’s key transportation bodies. The project invited interest through TfL’s SAP Ariba platform, fostering competitive bids capable of delivering innovative fire suppression solutions. Despite the procurement's cancellation, the initial scope outlined for system replacement and compliance with current standards highlight potential future opportunities akin to this project, fostering growth within the sector for qualified suppliers. ## Notice The Water Mist Suppression and Sprinkler Systems requirement is for the procurement of a principal contractor to remove, replace and commission the Water Mist Suppression and Sprinkler Systems currently installed in 34 locations situated within 22 different London Underground stations. TfL's has identified that the fire suppression and sprinkler systems currently installed in the sites (Cleaner's Stores, Bin Stores, Stores and Retail Tenancies) are either life-expired, non-compliant or not fit for purpose under Article 5 of the Fire Precautions Sub-surface Railway Regulations 2009. It has also been identified that these systems do not have / meet the current applicable standards such as BS EN14279 and BS8489. The water mist systems have been installed on the TfL infrastructure in the early 1990's following the publication of the Fire Precautions Sub-surface Railway Regulations 1989 (updated 2009). The systems were installed where conventional sprinkler systems were not considered viable due to practical or logistical constraints and designed, installed and maintained in compliance with the American Standard NFPA750. Due to the increasing number, sizes, type of storage and trading activities within the network, further review of risks and tests for these suppression protection systems were undertaken and evaluated. This confirmed a requirement to replace these systems and design modern, compliant equivalent water mist system to replace the ageing noncompliant systems currently installed in the TfL LU estate. The modern systems will be tested by TfL to BS EN 14972-1 Annex A with a deluge time of not less than 60 minutes from the appropriate number of cylinders located locally, to provide reliable fire suppression to specific rooms identified. These new installations will be designed for but not limited to Cleaner's Stores, Bin Stores, Stores and Tenancies. In some cases, wet sprinklers systems extensions will replace the ageing Water Mist systems where they are available and economically viable. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: The term of the draft contract is for an initial two (2) years six (6) with the option to extend by a further period of up to twelve 12 months at TfL's sole discretion. ### Planning Information TfL invites suppliers to participate in this Preliminary Market Engagement exercise by expressing their interest in this procurement and completing a Market Survey Questionnaire (MSQ). All feedback received will be treated confidentially and will help to shape the upcoming procurement opportunity (subject to the Freedom of Information Act) Information on the engagement process and the procurement can be found in MSQ documents which will be forwarded to interested suppliers. via SAP Ariba. TfL's e-sourcing platform. TfL reserve the right to change our procurement approach. The engagement process consists of the following key steps: registering Interest - 1. Suppliers who wish to participate should express their interest by emailing trudietackie@tfl.gov.uk and quoting WS1971590589 Design and Installation of Non-compliant Water Mist Systems and Existing Sprinkler Systems OR 2. Register under RISQS RICCL codes C.D.3.7: Protective Installations (Including fire protective systems) / Supply. on/before Friday 06 June 2025. This activity is focusing on the market, rather than the merits of individual suppliers. It includes no element of supplier selection or bid evaluation. There is no commitment of any kind inferred by either party. The MSQ will remain open until 17.00hrs on Monday 16 June 2025 on TfL's SAP Ariba e-tendering portal. Once TfL receives confirmation of interest from prospective participants the MSQ documents will be available to them on TfL's SAP Ariba e-tendering system. Suppliers not registered on TfL's SAP Ariba system and are interested in participating can use the link below to register. https://tfl.gov.uk/info-for/suppliers-and-contractors/become-a-tfl-supplier Review and complete the MSQ response by return date stated in the MSQ document. TfL encourages all interested suppliers to take part in this process. Your insights and expertise will be invaluable in shaping our approach. If you have any questions about the process, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Trudie Tackie via trudietackie@tfl.gov.uk. We look forward to hearing from you. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029622-2026 | | Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 24 Nov 2025 | | Future notice date | 31 Jul 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Oct 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,962,195 | | Lots value | £2,962,195 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Cancelled | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | TRANSPORT FOR LONDON | | Additional buyers | Missing | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | East London | | Postcode | E20 1JN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham | | Local authority | Newham | | Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park | | Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45343200 - Firefighting equipment installation work - 45343230 - Sprinkler systems installation work ## Release History - 31 Mar 2026 at 12:02 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029622-2026 - 2 Oct 2025 at 08:37 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061543-2025 - 30 Sep 2025 at 09:29 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060765-2025 - 26 Sep 2025 at 15:59 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060304-2025 - 2 Jun 2025 at 15:36 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029295-2025 - 21 May 2025 at 19:23 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024395-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029622-2026 31st March 2026 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061543-2025 2nd October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060765-2025 30th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060304-2025 26th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029295-2025 2nd June 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024395-2025 21st May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://service.ariba.com/Supplier.aw ## Notice URLs - https://s1-eu.ariba.com/Sourcing/Main/ad/selfRegistration?realm=TfL - https://tfl.gov.uk/info-for/suppliers-and-contractors/become-a-tfl-supplier - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.sap.com/products/spend-management/ariba-login.html - https://www.tfl.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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