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title: "**PRE-MARKET ENGAGEMENT** DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS TRANSFORMATION PROJECT"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052895"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "APEX HOUSING ASSOCIATION"
published: "2025-05-29"
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# **PRE-MARKET ENGAGEMENT** DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS TRANSFORMATION PROJECT

Buyer: APEX HOUSING ASSOCIATION  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052895

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## Summary

The Apex Housing Association, a public authority operating under Northern Irish devolved regulations, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for their Digital Communications Transformation Project. This initiative aims to replace and upgrade life safety and building communication systems across 36 sites, including sheltered housing schemes, flats, hostels, community centres, and various commercial units. Located in Londonderry, UK, the procurement process is directed towards the building installation works category, with key systems such as fire alarms, intercom equipment, and security systems involved. The current phase is a pre-market engagement exercise, scheduled until 12 June 2025, to gather market insights that will aid in shaping a forthcoming tender. Interested suppliers are encouraged to participate by completing the questionnaire available through eTendersNI.

This tender represents an outstanding opportunity for suppliers specialising in security systems, communication infrastructure, and building installation services to engage in a substantial public sector project. Businesses that offer innovative solutions in the technological upgrade of life safety and communication systems stand to benefit significantly. The Apex Housing Association's focus on comprehensive site upgrades suggests a substantial contract potential, suitable for established firms with proven capabilities in handling complex, multi-location projects. Engaging in this process could not only provide direct contract opportunities but also position businesses favourably for future collaborations with similar public authorities.

## Notice

***This is a Pre-Market Engagement Exercise*** The purpose of the preliminary market engagement exercise is to inform suppliers in the current market and gain information to inform a potential future procurement. This Exercise will be used to assist Apex Housing Association in gaining a better understanding of the market/feasibility of the requirements, the most appropriate procurement and operational approach, the capacity of the market to deliver the requirements and an opportunity for the market to highlight any possible risks or issues that may not have previously been considered. APEX Housing Association is preparing to procure the delivery of a Digital Communication Transformation Project across its portfolio, which includes, - Sheltered housing schemes - General needs Flats - Hostels - Community Centres - Community Hubs - Retail Units - Offices This project involves the replacement and upgrade of existing life safety and building communication systems across 36 sites in total. The systems to be replaced include: - Fire Alarm Systems - Warden Call Systems - Video Intercom Systems - Access Control Systems - Security / Intruder Detection Systems. Interested suppliers should complete the questionnaire and submit responses via eTendersNI messaging.

### Planning Information

This PME will be conducted through:
- Issue of this notice and written questionnaire
- Follow-up interviews or supplier meetings where relevant
- Optional site visits or presentations (subject to response volume)
If you wish to participate in the Contracting Authority's Preliminary Market Engagement for
this requirement, a questionnaire for completion is available via eTendersNI under ID
**PRE-MARKET ENGAGEMENT** DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS TRANSFORMATION PROJECT
Interested suppliers should complete the questionnaire and submit responses via eTendersNI messaging.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028363-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 12 Jun 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | APEX HOUSING ASSOCIATION |
| Locality | LONDONDERRY |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT48 6HL |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0A Derry City and Strabane |
| Local authority | Derry City and Strabane |
| Electoral ward | City Walls |
| Westminster constituency | Foyle |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms
- 32360000 - Intercom equipment
- 35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices
- 45300000 - Building installation work

## Release History

- 29 May 2025 at 09:37 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028363-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028363-2025
  29th May 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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