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title: "Fire Door Entry Surveys"
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# Fire Door Entry Surveys

Buyer: TRENT AND DOVE HOUSING  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d33f

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## Summary

Trent and Dove Housing, based in Burton-on-Trent, is actively seeking a contractor for a comprehensive programme of fire door entry surveys across its residential properties. Managed by GBS Procure Limited, the open procurement process invites tenders for the inspection of approximately 6,300 properties, including houses, flats, and sheltered schemes. The contract, valued at £400,000, will span up to five years starting on 2nd November 2026, offering the possibility of extension. It involves detailed inspections for compliance with the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, with submissions due by 24th April 2026. Interested parties must complete their tender submissions via the myTenders portal, with an enquiry period closing on 20th April 2026.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in building inspection services, fire door installation, and hazard protection consultancy. Firms with expertise in technical building-inspection services and a robust track record in residential environments are well-suited to compete. With a focus on both quality and affordability, the procurement process includes a detailed evaluation of service delivery models and compliance with safety standards, demanding accredited qualifications from bidders. Businesses that can offer innovative inspection methods and demonstrate effective resident liaison capabilities, along with a commitment to social value, will find this opportunity promising for expanding their portfolio and enhancing market presence.

## Notice

Trent & Dove Housing is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and accredited Contractor to deliver a programme of fire door entry surveys across its residential housing stock, comprising approximately 6,300 properties including houses, flats, and sheltered schemes. The contract will involve undertaking systematic fire door inspections within occupied dwellings and communal areas to assess condition, compliance, and performance against current fire safety legislation and standards, including the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 (Regulation 10), Approved Document B, and relevant British Standards. The scope includes, but is not limited to: Inspection and assessment of fire doors and associated components (including frames, seals, ironmongery and glazing); Measurement of door gaps and tolerances; Identification and classification of defects and non-compliances; Provision of evidence-based recommendations for remedial works; Capture of photographic and survey data; Submission of structured digital survey outputs via the Client's compliance management system (C365). The Contractor will also be required to: Undertake resident liaison and manage access arrangements within occupied properties; Carry out immediate make-safe actions where urgent fire safety risks are identified; Ensure all works are completed safely and in compliance with CDM Regulations and asbestos management requirements; Deliver accurate, auditable data to support the Client's statutory compliance and asset management duties. The contract will be delivered as a programme of works issued in batches, with no guarantee of volumes, and performance will be monitored against defined KPIs. The initial contract period is expected to be up to five years, with an indicative total value of PS400,000, subject to annual budget approval and programme requirements.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to instruct additional works and services during the Contract Period where these are within the scope of the Contract. This may include, but is not limited to, additional fire door entry surveys, re-inspections, follow-up visits, and associated services such as minor remedial works or replacements where identified through survey findings. Orders for such works will be issued on a call-off basis in accordance with the Contract, with no guarantee of volume. The extent and value of these options will be dependent on operational requirements, programme changes, and available budgets.

Renewal: The Contract will be awarded for an initial term of three (3) years. The Contracting Authority reserves the option to extend the Contract by up to a maximum of two (2) further periods of twelve (12) months each, giving a maximum potential Contract duration of five (5) years. Any extension will be exercised at the sole discretion of the Contracting Authority and will be subject to satisfactory contractor performance, continued business need and the availability of funding.

### Planning Information

Interested suppliers are invited to participate in this Pre-Market Engagement (PME) exercise by reviewing and completing the 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 Fire Door Entry Surveys, Maintenance, and Installation procurement.
This exercise aims to understand market capacity, delivery challenges, and innovative approaches to ensure that the future procurement reflects best practice, promotes competition, and delivers high-quality compliance outcomes for residents.
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 – Fire Door Entry Surveys - ID664”.
Ensure responses are submitted by the stated closing date.
All information gathered will be used solely to inform the future procurement approach, specification, and performance measures.
Participation in this PME is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a formal tender or pre-qualification process. Trent & Dove Housing may use the feedback received to refine its requirements, evaluation approach, and performance expectations.
Suppliers who engage in this PME will not be advantaged or disadvantaged in any subsequent tender process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035422-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £333,333 |
| Lots value | £333,333 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| 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 | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45421100 - Installation of doors and windows and related components
- 71315400 - Building-inspection services
- 71317000 - Hazard protection and control consultancy services
- 71631300 - Technical building-inspection services

## Release History

- 19 Apr 2026 at 16:20 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035422-2026
- 19 Mar 2026 at 09:57 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024971-2026
- 24 Oct 2025 at 10:39 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068135-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035422-2026
  19th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024971-2026
  19th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068135-2025
  24th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638029
  Document 1 Info Instr (ID664)
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638030
  Document 2 - Term brief
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638031
  Document 3 - Preliminaries
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638032
  Document 4 - Specification
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638034
  Document 5a - JCT MTC Draft
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638035
  Document 5b - amendments
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638036
  Document 7b- (ITST)
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638037
  Document 7a = PSQ
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638038
  Document 9 - Pre construction
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638039
  Appendix 1 - Asbestos procedures
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638041
  Appendix 2 - Complaints
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638042
  Appendix 3: Code of conduct
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638043
  Appendix 4 - Modern Slavery
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638044
  Appendix D - Financial assessment
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=638046
  ID664 - Questions and answers

## Notice URLs

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

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