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title: "Active Fire Framework 2025"
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# Active Fire Framework 2025

Buyer: NORTHERN HOUSING CONSORTIUM LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056a88

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "Active Fire Framework 2025," was initiated by Northern Housing Consortium Ltd, based in Sunderland, United Kingdom. The framework aims to provide a comprehensive range of active fire products and services across the UK, covering risk assessments, inspections, fire equipment testing, and maintenance. The project involves multiple sub-lots such as fire detection, smoke control systems, and emergency lighting. This framework, under an open procedure, began accepting tenders on 31 July 2025, and concluded the award phase on 19 November 2025, with the contracts scheduled to be active from 15 January 2026 to 14 January 2030.

This framework presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fire safety and security systems. Large firms and SMEs alike, especially those with capabilities in fire system installation and maintenance, can find opportunities to expand their operations and enhance their market presence. The framework's structure, divided into various lots and sub-lots, allows participation across multiple specialisms, enabling businesses to apply for tenders that best match their expertise. With an estimated total value of £690,981,600, the opportunities for substantial business growth and sector-specific partnerships are considerable.

## Notice

The scope of this Framework Agreement is for the provision of active fire products and services. The Framework will cover, but is not limited to: *Risk assessments; inspections; fire equipment testing; and portable appliances testing *Fire products including fire detectors; manual and automatic action products; and fire-retardant products *Servicing and maintenance; fire safety and remedial works; security and access systems; emergency lighting; fire damper and fire collar maintenance; and minor works and servicing. The products and services shall fall into 4 separate Framework "LOTs", further broken down into Sub-Lots, to reflect the structure of the industries. Supply Partners are invited to apply for one or more LOT(s) if applicable. LOT 1: Fire Products- Supply and Installation Sub-Lot 1.1 Fire Detection Sub-Lot 1.2 Smoke Control Systems Sub-Lot 1.3 Sprinkler System Sub-Lot 1.4 Misting System Sub-Lot 1.5 Fire Extinguisher Sub-Lot 1.6 Emergency Lighting Sub-Lot 1.7 Fire Alarm Monitoring Sub-Lot 1.8 Fire Escape Products Sub- Lot 1.9 Defibrillators LOT 2: Consultancy Sub-Lot 2.1 Fire Risk Assessments Sub-Lot 2.2 Fire Risk Inspections Sub-Lot 2.3 Fire Engineering LOT 3: Servicing Sub-Lot 3.1 Fire Servicing and Maintenance Sub-Lot 3.2 Fire Safety, Minor and Remedial Works Sub-Lot 3.3 Emergency Lighting Maintenance Sub-Lot 3.4 Fire Damper and Fire Collar Maintenance Sub-Lot 3.5 Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Sub-Lot 3.6 Maintenance of Defibrillators Sub-Lot 3.7 Fire Escape Products Maintenance Sub-Lot 3.8 Sprinkler Systems Service and Maintenance Sub-Lot 3.9 Misting System Service and Maintenance LOT 4: Fully Managed Service To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1006968651

### Lot Information

Sub-Lot 1.1 Fire Detection

Design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire detection systems to ensure the safety and compliance of buildings and facilities. The goal is to provide early detection of fire incidents to protect life and property. Purpose The purpose of the fire detection system is to: *Detect fire incidents at the earliest possible stage. *Alert occupants and emergency services promptly. *Facilitate safe evacuation and firefighting efforts. *Ensure compliance with relevant fire safety regulations and standards.

SUB-LOT 1.2: SMOKE CONTROL SYSTEMS

Supply and installation of smoke control systems to ensure the safety and compliance of buildings and facilities. The goal is to provide effective smoke control to facilitate safe evacuation and fire suppression efforts. Purpose The purpose of this specification is to: *Supply high-quality manual and automatic smoke control products. *Ensure proper installation and functionality of these products. *Comply with relevant fire safety regulations and standards.

SUB-LOT 1.3: SPRINKLER SYSTEM

The requirements for the design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of sprinkler systems to ensure fire protection for the specified premises. The purpose of this specification is to: *Supply high-quality sprinkler systems to suppress or extinguish fire to protect life and property *Ensure proper installation and functionality of these products. *Comply with relevant fire safety regulations and standards.

SUB-LOT 1.4: MISTING SYSTEM

Design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of misting systems to ensure fire protection for the specified premises. The purpose is to: *Supply high-quality misting systems to suppress or extinguish fire to protect life and property *Ensure proper installation and functionality of these products. *Comply with relevant fire safety regulations and standards.

SUB-LOT 1.5: FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

The requirements for the supply of fire extinguishers to ensure adequate fire protection for the specified premises.

SUB-LOT 1.6: EMERGENCY LIGHTING (SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION)

The requirements for the design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of emergency lighting systems to ensure safe evacuation during power outages or emergencies.

SUB-LOT 1.7 FIRE ALARM MONITORING

The requirements for the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a fire alarm monitoring system to ensure continuous surveillance and prompt response to fire incidents.

SUB-LOT 1.8: FIRE ESCAPE PRODUCTS

The supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of fire escape products to ensure safe evacuation during emergencies.

SUB-LOT 1.9: DEFIBRILLATOR

The supply of defibrillators to ensure their proper operation and availability in case of cardiac emergencies.

Sub-Lot 2.1: Fire Risk Assessments

The requirements for conducting Fire Risk Assessments (FRA) to ensure the safety and compliance of buildings and facilities. The goal is to identify potential fire hazards, evaluate risks, and implement measures to mitigate these risks. The requirements of an FRA are to ensure that it assists member organisations to meet their obligations under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The purpose of the FRA is to: *Identify fire hazards and risks within the premises. *Evaluate the effectiveness of existing fire safety measures. *Recommend improvements to enhance fire safety. *Ensure compliance with relevant fire safety regulations and standards

SUB-LOT 2.2: FIRE RISK INSPECTIONS

The requirements for conducting Fire Risk Inspections (FRI) to ensure the safety and compliance of buildings and facilities. The goal is to identify potential fire hazards, evaluate risks, and implement measures to mitigate these risks. The purpose of the FRI is to: *Physically inspect buildings to identify fire hazards and risks within the premises or to evaluate the risk relating to specific incidents, changes to buildings or building design. *Evaluate the effectiveness of existing fire safety measures. *Recommend improvements to enhance fire safety. *Ensure compliance with relevant fire safety regulations and standards.

SUB-LOT 2.3: FIRE ENGINEERING

The requirements for Active Fire Engineering (AFE) to ensure the safety and compliance of buildings and facilities. The goal is to design, implement, and maintain effective fire protection systems. Purpose The purpose of the AFE is to: *Provide advice and guidance on areas of complex fire safety *Design fire protection systems that prevent, detect, and respond to fires aligned to the advice. *Ensure the effectiveness of fire safety measures. *Comply with relevant fire safety regulations and standards.

SUB-LOT 3.1: FIRE SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

The requirements for the servicing and maintenance of fire protection systems to ensure their proper operation and compliance with safety standards.

SUB-LOT 3.2: FIRE SAFETY, MINOR AND REMEDIAL WORKS

The requirements for fire safety and remedial works to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and enhance the overall safety of the premises

SUB-LOT 3.3: EMERGENCY LIGHTING

The requirements for the maintenance of emergency lighting systems to ensure safe evacuation during power outages or emergencies.

SUB-LOT 3.4: FIRE DAMPER AND FIRE COLLAR MAINTENANCE

The requirements for the maintenance of fire dampers and fire collars to ensure their proper operation and compliance with fire safety standards.

SUB-LOT 3.5: FIRE EXTINGUISHER MAINTENANCE

Outlines the requirements for maintenance and servicing of fire extinguishers to assist the suppression of fire in the event of an emergency.

SUB-LOT 3.6 MAINTENANCE OF DEFIBRILLATORS

Outlines the requirements for the maintenance of defibrillators to ensure their proper operation and availability in case of cardiac emergencies

SUB-LOT 3.7: FIRE ESCAPE PRODUCTS

Outlines the requirements for the maintenance of fire escape products to ensure safe evacuation during emergencies.

SUB-LOT 3.8: SPRINKLER SYSTEMS SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Outlines the procedures for the regular service and maintenance of sprinkler systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards

SUB-LOT 3.9: MISTING SYSTEMS SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Outlines the procedures for the regular service and maintenance of misting systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.

LOT 4: FULLY MANAGED SERVICE

Must be able to undertake ALL activities detailed within those LOTs/Sub-Lots either directly or through carefully selected sub-contractors or consortia arrangements

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007254-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Jan 2026 - 14 Jan 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £575,000,000 |
| Lots value | £575,000,000 |
| Awards value | £232,295,000 |
| Contracts value | £232,295,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHERN HOUSING CONSORTIUM LTD |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3QD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 28 |
| Supplier names | ABCA SYSTEMS; ACIVICO; ASHLEY MCDONOUGH GROUP; BRIGGS FIRE AND SECURITY; CHUBB FIRE AND SECURITY; CHURCHES FIRE SECURITY; DFP SERVICES; EFT SYSTEMS; FIELDWAY COMPLIANCE; FIRNTEC; HARMONY FIRE; HYDROCK CONSULTANTS; ION FACILITIES MANAGEMENT; JACKSON FIRE & SECURITY; MAZE FIRE CONSULTING; NEO PROPERTY SOLUTIONS; OPENVIEW SECURITY SOLUTIONS; PENNINGTON CHOICES; R J URMSON; RGE SERVICES; SECURESHIELD; SOLID STATE SECURITY; STORM TEMPEST; SYNCRO FIRE AND SECURITY; TERSUS; THE WIGGETT GROUP; VENTRO; XOMNI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 31518200 - Emergency lighting equipment
- 31625100 - Fire-detection systems
- 31625200 - Fire-alarm systems
- 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 35100000 - Emergency and security equipment
- 35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment
- 38431200 - Smoke-detection apparatus
- 44115500 - Sprinkler systems
- 45343100 - Fireproofing work
- 45343200 - Firefighting equipment installation work
- 45343230 - Sprinkler systems installation work
- 50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment
- 51700000 - Installation services of fire protection equipment
- 71317100 - Fire and explosion protection and control consultancy services
- 75251110 - Fire-prevention services

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2026 at 16:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007254-2026
- 16 Dec 2025 at 16:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083511-2025
- 31 Jul 2025 at 15:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044885-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007254-2026
  27th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083511-2025
  16th December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044885-2025
  31st July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11041
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11042
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11043
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11044
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11045
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11046
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11047
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11048
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11049
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11050
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11051
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11052
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11053
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11054
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11055
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11056
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11057
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11058
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11059
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11060

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/RM39A5J5FS
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1006968651
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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