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title: "Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - Door Entry Systems - ID691"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d314"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "TRENT AND DOVE HOUSING"
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# Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - Door Entry Systems - ID691

Buyer: TRENT AND DOVE HOUSING  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d314

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## Summary

Trent and Dove Housing, based in Burton-on-Trent, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process. This initiative involves engaging a service provider for the servicing, maintenance, and reactive repair of door entry and security systems within its housing stock. The procurement is facilitated by GBS Procure Limited, acting on behalf of Trent and Dove Housing. The procurement process is at the preliminary market engagement stage, with interested suppliers invited to submit responses by the due date of 7th November 2025. The focus is on services related to repair and maintenance of security equipment, with a contract value estimated at £500,000 to £600,000 GBP and spanning from 1st April 2027 to 31st March 2030, with potential renewal options up to 2032. The initiative aims to ensure compliance with British Standards and align with Trent & Dove’s social value objectives.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the security and maintenance sectors, particularly those with expertise in servicing electronic and mechanical building systems, CCTV systems, and related equipment. The contract seeks a partner capable of providing a high-quality, customer-focused service that supports community investment and sustainability goals. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that offer specialised maintenance services, possess a robust digital reporting capability, and demonstrate resilience and technical proficiency are well-suited to compete for this tender. Engaging in the preliminary market engagement phase provides businesses with the opportunity to influence the procurement specifications and showcase their innovative solutions, ultimately helping them secure a valuable long-term partnership with Trent & Dove Housing.

## Notice

Trent & Dove Housing is seeking to engage a suitably qualified and experienced service provider to deliver the servicing, maintenance, and reactive repair of door entry and associated security systems across its housing stock. The scope of this procurement includes the inspection, testing, planned preventative maintenance, and responsive repairs for the following equipment types: Door entry and access control systems (audio/visual, single and multi-block) Door closers and assisted opening systems Automatic gates, barriers, and powered doors Closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems Warden call systems Intruder alarm systems Associated electrical and control components The appointed service provider will be responsible for ensuring that all systems remain fully operational and compliant with current British Standards, statutory requirements, and Trent & Dove's internal compliance framework. The contract will support the continued safe and reliable operation of security and access systems within communal and residential areas, ensuring the protection of residents, visitors, and assets. Key outcomes include: Maintaining 100% compliance with applicable standards and regulations Providing timely, high-quality maintenance and repair services Delivering value for money through efficient scheduling and digital reporting Supporting Trent & Dove's social value, sustainability, and community investment objectives This procurement aims to secure a service partner capable of providing a customer-focused, resilient, and technically proficient service that underpins Trent & Dove's mission to transform homes, lives, and neighbourhoods.

### Planning Information

Interested suppliers are invited to participate in this pre-market engagement exercise by reviewing and completing the Pre-Market Engagement (PME) Questionnaire provided with this notice.
The purpose of this engagement is to gather supplier insight, innovation, and feedback to help Trent & Dove Housing shape the upcoming Door Entry and Security Systems Servicing & Maintenance procurement. This includes the servicing, maintenance, and reactive repair of door entry, CCTV, access control, warden call, and related security systems across our housing stock.
Suppliers should:
Download and complete the PME Questionnaire attached to this notice.
Submit their completed response by email to lewis.pavey@trentanddove.org, clearly marked “PME Response – Door Entry Systems - ID691”.
Ensure responses are submitted by the stated closing date.
All information gathered will be used solely to inform the future procurement approach and specification. Participation in this exercise is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a formal tender or prequalification.
Trent & Dove Housing may use the feedback received to refine its requirements, evaluation approach, and contract structure. Suppliers who engage in this PME will not be advantaged or disadvantaged in any future tender process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068070-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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 | TRENT AND DOVE HOUSING |
| Additional buyers | GBS PROCURE LIMITED |
| Locality | BURTON-ON-TRENT |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE14 1BL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG13 Warwickshire CC |
| Local authority | Warwick |
| Electoral ward | Kenilworth St John's |
| Westminster constituency | Kenilworth and Southam |
| Delivery location | TLH East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 32231000 - Closed-circuit television apparatus
- 45312000 - Alarm system and antenna installation work
- 50324100 - System maintenance services
- 50610000 - Repair and maintenance services of security equipment
- 50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

## Release History

- 24 Oct 2025 at 09:25 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068070-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068070-2025
  24th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gbsprocure.com/
- http://www.gbsprocure.com/.
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.trentanddove.org/

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