--- title: "NP856 Fire and Security Services and Equipment" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065c3b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-065c3b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065c3b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065c3b.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)" published: "2026-02-25" --- # NP856 Fire and Security Services and Equipment Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS) Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065c3b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-065c3b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065c3b.json) ## Summary The Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "NP856 Fire and Security Services and Equipment." This initiative falls within the services category, specifically focused on the installation of fire protection equipment. The framework agreement is valued at £32,000,000 and aims to support all NHS Scotland Health Boards and associated organisations across the United Kingdom, particularly in the UKM region. Suppliers interested in joining the market engagement can submit their responses by 1st April 2026. Future notices for this project are expected to be published on 1st June 2026. This procurement opportunity provides notable growth potential for businesses in the fire and security services industry, ideal for companies specialising in fire safety systems, security systems, and related maintenance and installations. The framework agreement is expected to be organised into lots based on system types or geographical locations, providing diverse opportunities for businesses to participate based on their strengths and innovations. Engaging with NSS during this phase allows companies to influence the final scope and approach, highlighting the importance of innovation and market capacity. Suppliers can benefit from a national platform to expand their reach within the substantial healthcare sector in Scotland. ## Notice NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) on behalf of all NHS Scotland Health Boards intends to establish a national Framework Agreement for the supply, installation, maintenance, and support of fire and security systems and associated equipment. ### Lot Information Lots to be defined at ITT stage NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), intends to undertake a tendering exercise to establish a national Framework Agreement for the provision of Fire and Security Services and Equipment. The Framework will support all NHS Scotland Health Boards, Special Boards, and associated organisations, covering a wide range of estates environments including acute hospitals, community facilities, laboratories, and office buildings. The scope is expected to include (but is not limited to): Fire Safety Systems & Equipment Fire detection and alarm systems Fire extinguishers (supply and servicing) Fire suppression systems Fire safety signage Associated installation, planned preventative maintenance, and reactive works Security Systems & Equipment CCTV systems Access control systems Intruder alarm systems Perimeter detection Remote monitoring Associated installation, planned preventative maintenance, and reactive works The Framework is expected to be divided into lots, which may include system type and/or geographical region. The final structure will be informed by market engagement. NSS wishes to engage with suppliers to gather views on the proposed scope, lotting, market capacity and innovation within the sector. A supplier engagement questionnaire and optional supplier briefing session will be organised. Full details will be communicated following publication of this PIN. This notice is for market engagement only. It is not a call for competition. Lots to be defined at ITT stage NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), intends to undertake a tendering exercise to establish a national Framework Agreement for the provision of Fire and Security Services and Equipment. The Framework will support all NHS Scotland Health Boards, Special Boards, and associated organisations, covering a wide range of estates environments including acute hospitals, community facilities, laboratories, and office buildings. The scope is expected to include (but is not limited to): Fire Safety Systems & Equipment Fire detection and alarm systems Fire extinguishers (supply and servicing) Fire suppression systems Fire safety signage Associated installation, planned preventative maintenance, and reactive works Security Systems & Equipment CCTV systems Access control systems Intruder alarm systems Perimeter detection Remote monitoring Associated installation, planned preventative maintenance, and reactive works The Framework is expected to be divided into lots, which may include system type and/or geographical region. The final structure will be informed by market engagement. NSS wishes to engage with suppliers to gather views on the proposed scope, lotting, market capacity and innovation within the sector. A supplier engagement questionnaire and optional supplier briefing session will be organised. Full details will be communicated following publication of this PIN. This notice is for market engagement only. It is not a call for competition. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016968-2026 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | 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 | 25 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 31 May 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £32,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS) | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH12 9EB | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh | | Local authority | City of Edinburgh | | Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 51 - Installation services (except software) ### Codes - 51700000 - Installation services of fire protection equipment ## Release History - 25 Feb 2026 at 14:50 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016968-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000816602 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=816602 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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