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title: "Upgrade of Fire Alarm and Emergency Lighting and PA to PAVA System at Caird Hall, Dundee, DCC/CD/219/23"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000756938"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2024-09-11"
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# Upgrade of Fire Alarm and Emergency Lighting and PA to PAVA System at Caird Hall, Dundee, DCC/CD/219/23

Buyer: DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000756938

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## Summary

Dundee City Council has completed a procurement process for the upgrade of the fire alarm, emergency lighting, and public address voice alarm (PAVA) system at Caird Hall, Dundee. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure for works under the industry category "General public services" with a main classification of electrical installation (CPV code: 45312100). The programme of works spans 24 weeks and includes the supply and installation of new wired and wireless fire alarm devices, new emergency lighting, and a voice evacuation system. E.W. Edwardson (Electrical Contractors) Limited was awarded the contract valued at £629,516.31, and the contract was signed on 10th May 2024. Key stakeholders include the Dundee Sherriff Court and the Scottish Court Service as review bodies.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialised in electrical installations and compliance with stringent standards such as BS 7671 and BAFE SP203. Contractors holding accreditations like SELECT or NICEIC for emergency lighting and GENT Approved VAR for fire alarms are particularly well-suited. Besides direct financial benefits, participating businesses can expand their portfolio, enhance their reputation for reliability and quality, and demonstrate their expertise in integrating complex systems. Additionally, the requirement to deliver community benefits amplifies the opportunity to contribute positively to the local community, aligning business operations with social responsibility goals.

## Notice

Dundee City Council seeks to appoint competent supplier to supply & install increased Fire Alarm coverage, New Emergency Lighting and PAVA system at Caird Hall, Dundee. The programme of works is a 24 weeks.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Dundee City Council have a requirement to provide increased Fire Alarm Coverage, new emergency lighting to meet current standards and upgrading the current PA system to a PAVA system at the Caird Hall Building, City square, Dundee The requirement is for: The supply & installation of new wired and wireless fire alarm devices and associated equipment linked to existing addressable fire alarm system to extend coverage to meet Category L1/P1/M. Associated electrical installation to meet BS 7671 IET Requirements for Electrical Installations 2018, including all current amendments. New Voice Evacuation system to be designed/installed to encompass designated areas. New Emergency Lighting to meet current standards and be supplied from existing Central Battery system via existing Emergency Lighting DBs. The complete fire alarm and voice evacuation proposals and Contract Works are to be in the form of Contractor Design Portions (CDP) The Emergency Lighting design will remain the responsibility of Dundee City Council, however the Contractor shall work with the Council to ensure a compliant installation. DCC will provide specific and performance requirements that the Contractor shall include within his Design Proposals. These requirements shall be highlighted on and within the Contract Drawings and Specification. The Main Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating their design information with their subcontractor design information and for co-ordination of the various sub-contractor design info. The Main Contractor is also responsible managing the procurement of all proposed materials/equipment and for its installation in line with their programme. The Contractor carrying out electrical alterations to suit new proposals shall be designated "APPROVED" by the National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting, SELECT or equal and approved and proof of designation shall be submitted to the CA if requested.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514053 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - 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 | 11 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 May 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £700,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £629,516 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DUNDEE |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA1 1AR |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM03 Angus and Dundee City |
| Local authority | Dundee City |
| Electoral ward | Maryfield |
| Westminster constituency | Dundee Central |
| Delivery location | TLM71 Angus and Dundee City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | E.W. EDWARDSON (ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work

## Release History

- 11 Sep 2024 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514053
- 13 Feb 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB498702

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=14
  22nd February 2024 - Caird Hall GENT report
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=13
  13th February 2024 - Drawings specifications Etc.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=12
  13th February 2024 - CDM Documents
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=1
  13th February 2024 - ITT Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=2
  13th February 2024 - BoQ Non Living Wage employer
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=3
  13th February 2024 - BoQ Living Wage Employer
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=4
  13th February 2024 - Evaluation Methodology & Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=5
  13th February 2024 - Pricing Schedule - Living Wage
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=6
  13th February 2024 - Pricing Schedule - Non Living Wage
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=7
  13th February 2024 - Appendix 4 - Tender Offer
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=8
  13th February 2024 - Certificate of Non-collusion
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=9
  13th February 2024 - Declaration of Non Involvement
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=10
  13th February 2024 - Prompt Payment Certificate
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB498702&idx=11
  13th February 2024 - additional Conditions of Contract
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB498702
  Upgrade of Fire Alarm and Emergency Lighting and PA to PAVA System at Caird Hall, Dundee, DCC/CD/219/23 - Dundee City Council seeks to appoint competent supplier to supply & install increased Fire Alarm coverage, New Emergency Lighting and PAVA system at Caird Hall, Dundee. The programme of works is a 24 weeks.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514053
  Upgrade of Fire Alarm and Emergency Lighting and PA to PAVA System at Caird Hall, Dundee, DCC/CD/219/23 - Dundee City Council seeks to appoint competent supplier to supply & install increased Fire Alarm coverage, New Emergency Lighting and PAVA system at Caird Hall, Dundee. The programme of works is a 24 weeks.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.dundeecity.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000756938
- https://www.gov.scot/publications/fair-work-first-guidance/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.scottishlivingwage.org/

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