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title: "Fire Suppression Systems - Inspection, Servicing, Repairs & Call Outs"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000821345"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-14"
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# Fire Suppression Systems - Inspection, Servicing, Repairs & Call Outs

Buyer: THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000821345

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Fire Suppression Systems - Inspection, Servicing, Repairs & Call Outs" contract has been completed by The Highland Council, a regional authority located in Inverness, UK. This tender falls under the "General public services" industry category and encompasses work within the Highland Council geographical area. It involved an open procedure aimed at the inspection, servicing, repairs, and call-outs related to fire suppression systems in council-owned business units and associated buildings, adhering strictly to EU/BS standards. The award was made on 30th March 2026, with the contracting stage now active, following execution on the same date. Key dates from this procurement include the tender's closure on 26th February 2026 and the contract's award period commencement immediately thereafter.

This procurement provides significant opportunities for growth to businesses specialising in fire suppression systems maintenance and repair services. It presents a chance for large-scale enterprises like G & A Barnie Group Ltd., who have successfully secured the contract, to expand their operations within the Highland region through servicing high-demand systems in municipal properties. The open procedure encourages a competitive environment, beneficial mainly for large firms or smaller enterprises aiming to subcontract specialised services such as foam system maintenance. Broad coverage across multiple business units and a substantial contract value suggest potential for diverse business offerings, making it an attractive venture for companies looking to increase their market presence in local authority service contracts.

## Notice

This contract shall encompass the Inspection, Servicing, Repairs & Call Outs to Fire Suppression Systems. The Fire Suppression Systems are installed within 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, repairs & maintenance regime to exist to ensure that all existing or newly installed Fire Suppression Systems operate 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 Inspection, Servicing, Repairs & Call Outs to Fire Suppression Systems. The Fire Suppression Systems are installed within 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, repairs & maintenance regime to exist to ensure that all existing or newly installed Fire Suppression Systems operate 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: Following the initial contract period, there is an option to extend the contract by up to 36 months at the discretion of the CA. Following the expiry of the initial contract period and any extension it is anticipated that this contract will be re-tendered.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553774 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Recurring procurement expected following the expiry of the initial contract period and any subsequent extension as agreed with the CA. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £414,625 |

## 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

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 35111500 - Fire suppression system
- 44115500 - Sprinkler systems
- 50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment

## Release History

- 14 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553774
- 23 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547943

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=18
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 11 - Contractor's Code Of Conduct (Non-Domestic)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=19
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 12 - Call Out Log
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=20
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 13 - Contractor's Contract Management Report
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=21
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 14 - Contractor's Contractual Document Checklist
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=22
  23rd January 2026 - SER009 Tender Evaluation Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=1
  23rd January 2026 - 00 - Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=2
  23rd January 2026 - 01 - Project Particulars
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=3
  23rd January 2026 - 02 - Scope of Works
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=4
  23rd January 2026 - 03 - Pricing Schedule Notes
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=5
  23rd January 2026 - 04 - Appendices
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=6
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 1 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=7
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 2 - Highland Council Area Map
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=8
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 3 - List of Properties, Equipment & Contact Details
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=9
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 4 - Concerto Supplier Guide - PPM Service Contracts
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=10
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 5 - Hazard Identification Assessment
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=11
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 6 - Plan in Place Letter
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=12
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 7 - CCFM Access Arrangements Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=13
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 8 - Notification of Condition Score Log
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=14
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 9 - School Holiday Dates 25-26
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=15
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 9 - School Holiday Dates 26-27
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=16
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 9 - School Holiday Dates 27-28
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547943&idx=17
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix 10 - Performance Indicator Report (PIR)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547943
  Fire Suppression Systems - Inspection, Servicing, Repairs & Call Outs - This contract shall encompass the Inspection, Servicing, Repairs & Call Outs to Fire Suppression Systems. The Fire Suppression Systems are installed within 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, repairs & maintenance regime to exist to ensure that all existing or newly installed Fire Suppression Systems operate 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=APR553774
  Fire Suppression Systems - Inspection, Servicing, Repairs & Call Outs - This contract shall encompass the Inspection, Servicing, Repairs & Call Outs to Fire Suppression Systems. The Fire Suppression Systems are installed within 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, repairs & maintenance regime to exist to ensure that all existing or newly installed Fire Suppression Systems operate 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

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- http://www.highland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821345
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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