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title: "P5553397 - Buckhaven Community Centre - Fire Alarm"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000653624"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FIFE COUNCIL"
published: "2021-07-14"
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# P5553397 - Buckhaven Community Centre - Fire Alarm

Buyer: FIFE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000653624

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Fife Council seeking suppliers for the "P5553397 - Buckhaven Community Centre - Fire Alarm" project, classified under works within the construction industry. The tender aims for the installation of a fire alarm system at Buckhaven Community Centre, located on Kinnear Street, Buckhaven, KY8 1BH. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, currently at the award stage, with the contract already signed on 30 June 2021. The tender submission period ended on 24 May 2021, and it was noted that a total of seven bids were received, all from SMEs, suggesting a robust response from the market.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in fire alarm systems and related installation services. Companies with expertise in electronic systems, safety compliance, and construction works would be well-suited to pursue similar contracts. Furthermore, those familiar with working under the regulations of local councils or those prepared for site visits and off-hours work will find this a fitting opportunity to expand their clientele within the public sector. Engaging in future tenders from Fife Council, or similar local authorities, can substantially enhance a company's growth potential in the construction and public service sectors.

## Notice

Fire Alarm Installation

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The full installation shall comply with the conditions laid down in the Standard Conditions of Contract contained within the Bills of Quantity. It is recommended that tenderers visit the site to familiarise themselves with the full extent and nature of the works requires as no redress will be made at a later date for the lack of such knowledge. Supply, install, commission and maintain fire alarm system. Proposed works to be carried out out-with normal working hours, exact site hours to be confirmed. Please provide extra over rates for backshift and nightshift working. Tenderers must read tender documents D & K, any associated preliminary items should be allowed for within the tender sum. For access to site please contact Buckhaven CC on 01592 583472 prior to site visit. Any questions relating to the project must be posted through the PCS Portal. Tenderers will be responsible for the removal and disposal of all their own rubbish and waste in line with the relevant criteria indicated in this document. All Fife Council Building Services, Construction Sites operate a five point PPE System. Please note the Site will be run under the Considerate Constructors Scheme. All works should be carried out under normal working site hours, unless specified in tender documents as out-with normal hours. No Overtime working will be allowed unless specifically requested and instructed by the Project Supervisor on site through our CVI Process. Should you fall behind with the agreed program there will be no reimbursement for any overtime working should you fall behind the agreed program.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421197 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 24 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 5 Jul 2021 - 2 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FIFE COUNCIL |
| Locality | GLENROTHES |
| Post town | Kirkcaldy |
| Postcode | KY7 6GH |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife |
| Local authority | Fife |
| Electoral ward | Glenrothes Central and Thornton |
| Westminster constituency | Glenrothes and Mid Fife |
| Delivery location | TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms
- 31625100 - Fire-detection systems
- 31625200 - Fire-alarm systems
- 45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work

## Release History

- 14 Jul 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421197
- 11 May 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY414692

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY414692&idx=1
  11th May 2021 - 097 - PCS Tender Documents-Rev 09
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY414692&idx=2
  11th May 2021 - Drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY414692&idx=3
  11th May 2021 - Electrical Bill of Quantity
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY414692&idx=4
  11th May 2021 - FA O&M Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY414692&idx=5
  11th May 2021 - Health & Safety
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY414692&idx=6
  11th May 2021 - Tender Document D
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY414692&idx=7
  11th May 2021 - Tender Document K
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY414692
  P5553397 - Buckhaven Community Centre - Fire Alarm - Fire Alarm Installation
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421197
  P5553397 - Buckhaven Community Centre - Fire Alarm - Fire Alarm Installation

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.fife.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000653624

## Provenance

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