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title: "Fire Hydrants, Wet & Dry Risers, and Fire Fighting Water Tanks - Servicing, Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Repairs"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000780986"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL"
published: "2025-02-14"
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# Fire Hydrants, Wet & Dry Risers, and Fire Fighting Water Tanks - Servicing, Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Repairs

Buyer: THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000780986

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## Summary

The Highland Council is procuring services for the "Fire Hydrants, Wet & Dry Risers, and Fire Fighting Water Tanks – Servicing, Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Repairs" contract. This procurement falls under the industry category of works and encompasses the servicing, maintenance, inspection, testing, and repairs of fire safety equipment across the Highland Council region, specifically within business unit boundaries. The most recent tender in this contracting process, classified under CPV code 45000000, was published on 18th October 2024, with a submission deadline of 15th November 2024. The procurement stage is active, utilizing an open procedure method, and is expected to provide services for approximately three years, with an optional 36-month extension at the council's discretion.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fire safety maintenance and repair services to secure a long-term contract with a regional authority. The detailed scope of work and adherence to EU/BS standards necessitate highly skilled contractors who can ensure the reliability and safety of essential fire-fighting infrastructure. Large businesses with a strong track record in public sector contracts, as well as those capable of offering community benefits such as employment and training opportunities, are well-suited to compete for this contract. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) can also find collaboration prospects with larger firms to meet the contract requirements and deliver high-quality public service maintenance.

## Notice

This contract shall encompass the Servicing, Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Repairs to Fire Hydrants, Wet & Dry Risers and Fire Fighting Water Tanks. The named equipment are installed within Site Boundaries of Business Units and their associated buildings owned by The Highland Council within the Highland Council geographical area. The contract shall provide for a suitable Servicing, Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Repairs regime to exist to ensure that the named equipment operates correctly and safely, in accordance with manufacturer's printed maintenance instruction and in compliance with applicable statutory legislative authority, EU/BS standards and other relevant guidance/reference literature.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract shall encompass the Servicing, Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Repairs to Fire Hydrants, Wet & Dry Risers and Fire Fighting Water Tanks. The named equipment are installed within Site Boundaries of Business Units and their associated buildings owned by The Highland Council within the Highland Council geographical area. The contract shall provide for a suitable Servicing, Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Repairs regime to exist to ensure that the named equipment operates correctly and safely, in accordance with manufacturer's printed maintenance instruction and in compliance with applicable statutory legislative authority, EU/BS standards and other relevant guidance/reference literature.

Renewal: Optional up to 36 months extension option available at the discretion of The Highland Council Contract Administrator.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523909 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Optional up to 36 month extension available at the discretion of the CA following the initial 3 year contract period. It is anticipated that this contract will be retendered upon expiry of the initial contract period and any extension taken. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £417,992 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV3 5NX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Inverness West |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | G & A BARNIE GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 14 Feb 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523909
- 18 Oct 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT516533

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=1
  18th October 2024 - 00 - Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=2
  18th October 2024 - 01 - Project Particulars
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=3
  18th October 2024 - 02 - Scope of Works
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=4
  18th October 2024 - 03 - Pricing Schedule Notes
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=5
  18th October 2024 - 04 - Appendices
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=6
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 1 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=7
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 2 - Highland Council Area Map
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=8
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 3 - List of Properties, Equipment & Contact Details
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=9
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 4 - Payment Application Summary
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=10
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 5 - Hazard Identification Assessment
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=11
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 6 - Plan in Place Letter
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=12
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 7 - CCFM Access Arrangements Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=13
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 8 - Notification of Condition Score Log
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=14
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 9 - School Holiday Dates 24-25
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=15
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 9 - School Holiday Dates 25-26
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=16
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 10 - Performance Indicator Report (PIR)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=17
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 11 - Contractor's Code Of Conduct (Non-Domestic)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=18
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 12 - Contractor's Contractual Document Checklist
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=19
  18th October 2024 - Appendix 13 - Contractor's Contract Management Report
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516533&idx=20
  18th October 2024 - SER077 Tender Evaluation Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT516533
  Fire Hydrants, Wet & Dry Risers, and Fire Fighting Water Tanks - Servicing, Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Repairs - This contract shall encompass the Servicing, Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Repairs to Fire Hydrants, Wet & Dry Risers and Fire Fighting Water Tanks. The named equipment are installed within Site Boundaries of Business Units and their associated buildings owned by The Highland Council within the Highland Council geographical area. The contract shall provide for a suitable Servicing, Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Repairs regime to exist to ensure that the named equipment operates correctly and safely, in accordance with manufacturer's printed maintenance instruction and in compliance with applicable statutory legislative authority, EU/BS standards and other relevant guidance/reference literature.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523909
  Fire Hydrants, Wet & Dry Risers, and Fire Fighting Water Tanks - Servicing, Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Repairs - This contract shall encompass the Servicing, Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Repairs to Fire Hydrants, Wet & Dry Risers and Fire Fighting Water Tanks. The named equipment are installed within Site Boundaries of Business Units and their associated buildings owned by The Highland Council within the Highland Council geographical area. The contract shall provide for a suitable Servicing, Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Repairs regime to exist to ensure that the named equipment operates correctly and safely, in accordance with manufacturer's printed maintenance instruction and in compliance with applicable statutory legislative authority, EU/BS standards and other relevant guidance/reference literature.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.highland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000780986
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/inverness-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

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