---
title: "Regulatory Compliance Testing"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065e46"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-065e46"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065e46.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065e46.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-27"
---

# Regulatory Compliance Testing

Buyer: CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065e46

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-065e46)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065e46.json)

## Summary

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has awarded a contract for "Regulatory Compliance Testing" to Warringtonfire Testing and Certification Limited. This procurement process is governed under the UK Public General Act 2023/54 and involves technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services primarily focused on fire doors following the Grenfell recommendations. The procurement was initiated through a direct method, falling below the competitive threshold, and encompasses services such as product testing, compliance checks, and installation reviews pertinent to the social housing sector. Conducted in the Yorkshire and Humber region (UKE41), the contract was activated on 27th February 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st December 2026, valuing services delivered at £24,995 excluding taxes.

This contract presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in compliance and certification services, particularly those experienced in fire safety standards and related regulatory frameworks. Companies with expertise in ISO standards, PAS 24 Secure by Design, and Kite Marks will find this project aligns closely with their operational capabilities, enabling growth through association with a public authority. Additionally, this tender provides ample prospects for firms to demonstrate their proficiency in installation practices and manufacturing procedure reviews, fostering collaboration with key stakeholders in the social housing domain.

## Notice

The requirement is for specialist certification, testing, and compliance services from Warringtonfire, the accredited body that governs the manufacture and installation of fire doors following the Grenfell recommendations. Their certification is essential for the organisation to legally manufacture, supply, and install both standard and fire - rated doors, particularly for the social housing sector, where these certifications are mandatory. The services include conducting product tests, reviewing manufacturing procedures, and ensuring compliance with Kite Marks, ISO standards, PAS 24 Secure by Design requirements, and all relevant fire safety regulations. The provider will also review installation practices carried out by contract managers to ensure full regulatory compliance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017913-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 Feb 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £24,995 |
| Contracts value | £24,995 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD1 1HX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WARRINGTONFIRE TESTING AND CERTIFICATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2026 at 13:20 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017913-2026
- 27 Feb 2026 at 13:14 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017909-2026
- 27 Feb 2026 at 13:07 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017899-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017913-2026
  27th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017909-2026
  27th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017899-2026
  27th February 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-065e46. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065e46.json.