---
title: "Fire alarms"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06da8a"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MEDWAY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-08-04"
---

# Fire alarms

Buyer: MEDWAY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06da8a

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## Summary

This procurement process, managed by Medway NHS Foundation Trust, was concluded for the replacement of fire alarms in gynaecological offices located at Medway Maritime Hospital, Gillingham. The procurement method used was a direct, below-threshold approach without competition, with the tender completion marked on 4th August 2026. Categorised under the goods industry, this specific opportunity involved the supply and installation of burglar and fire alarms. Conducted in the United Kingdom under the legal basis of the UKPGA 2023/54, the contract's duration spans from 31st March 2026 to 31st March 2027, and it holds a contract value of £32,784.54 gross.

This tender presents favourable opportunities for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in security systems, offering goods such as fire alarms, in line with UK Central Government procurement procedures. The direct contract awarding to E.SAUNDERS(MARGATE)LIMITED, a small business located in Margate, indicates room for similar businesses to engage in providing specialised security solutions. Businesses with electrical safety expertise and a flexibility in handling NHS contracts would find such opportunities viable for growth and enhancing their portfolio in the public sector marketplace.

## Notice

For the replacement of fire alarms in Gynaecological offices PO: 270003906

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073443-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £27,320 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MEDWAY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | GILLINGHAM |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME7 5NY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ41 Medway |
| Local authority | Medway |
| Electoral ward | Gillingham South |
| Westminster constituency | Gillingham and Rainham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | E.SAUNDERS(MARGATE)LIMITED |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2026 at 08:08 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073443-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073443-2026
  4th August 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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