---
title: "WHTHT - AAU Fire Escapes & CCTV Installations"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067aa8"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067aa8.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST HERTFORDSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST"
published: "2026-04-01"
---

# WHTHT - AAU Fire Escapes & CCTV Installations

Buyer: WEST HERTFORDSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067aa8

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## Summary

The procurement process concerning the West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust involves an award for fire escapes and CCTV installations at Watford General Hospital. The contract, titled "WHTHT - AAU Fire Escapes & CCTV Installations," was completed through a direct procurement method below the threshold level, without competition. This project falls within the "works" category and is located in Watford, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is complete, with Smiths Fire & Security Ltd as the supplier. The contract was signed on 30th March 2026 and commenced on 31st March 2026, with an end date set for 30th April 2026. The total contract value stands at £32,598.24.

This tender represents a vibrant opportunity for businesses in the fire prevention and security installation industries to explore future work possibilities. Given the nature of the procurement, businesses that specialise in fire-prevention installation works, particularly large firms, are well-suited to compete in this sector. The contract not only fosters business growth for existing suppliers like Smiths Fire & Security Ltd but also presents preparatory insights for similar future projects with public authorities like the West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and other healthcare institutions. An understanding of sub-threshold waivers and the direct procurement method could prove advantageous for similar tenders in the region and sector.

## Notice

AAU Fire Escapes & CCTV Installations at Watford General Hospital. Awarded via sub-threshold waiver in line with Trust SFI's.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030322-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| 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 | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £27,165 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST HERTFORDSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST |
| Locality | WATFORD |
| Post town | Watford |
| Postcode | WD18 0HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Watford |
| Electoral ward | Vicarage |
| Westminster constituency | Watford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SMITHS FIRE & SECURITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2026 at 11:30 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030322-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030322-2026
  1st April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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