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The Open Contracting Data Standard is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.
The OCID, or Open Contracting Identifier, is a key element of this standard. The OCID is a globally unique identifier for each contracting process. Each OCID is unique, which ensures that each contracting process can be distinctly and universally recognised. This means that all information related to a single contracting process, from the planning stage to tender and award, can be easily linked and traced using the OCID.
With D3 Tenders, you can search for contracts by OCID - and you can see all the published contracts at each stage of the procurement process.
Use Open Contracting Identifiers to track call-offs from Frameworks, DPS, and multi-award tenders.
Stage: AwardDate: 21st July 2025 (9 months ago)Value: Under £100KSource: Find A Tender Service
Description: Undertake all responsibilities of Principal Contractor during the installation phase, including subcontracting of all specialist trades in relation to the installation and commissioning of the Dry Riser
Summary: Oxford City Council has successfully awarded a contract pertaining to the Pound House Fire Safety works, specifically targeting the installation and commissioning of a Dry Riser. The procurement process, which is in the award stage, utilised a direct method without competition, and was completed below the threshold, thereby not requiring a competitive tender process. The contract, valued at £40,885.80 net of VAT, spans from 29th June 2025 to 29th August 2025. This procurement falls under the industry category of building consultancy services, with the work being carried out in Oxford, UKJ14 region. The contract was signed on 23rd June 2025, marking the official commissioning of the project under legal reference UKPGA 2023/54.
Location: Northampton•Buyer: POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Stage: AwardDate: 16th December 2025 (5 months ago)Value: Under £100KSource: Contracts Finder
Description: The provision of maintenance of dry risers and hose reels to comply with regulations.
Summary: The project pertains to the maintenance of dry risers and hose reels, centred around ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The procuring entity is the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire, located in Wellingborough, England. The procurement, categorised under repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment, reached the award stage with relevant details published on 16 December 2025. It follows a limited procurement method, specifically using competitive quotations below the threshold. The contract runs from 1 September 2025 to 27 April 2027, providing services at the postal code NN8 6GS.
Location: Falkirk And Stirling•Buyer: FALKIRK COUNCIL
Stage: AwardDate: 16th February 2026 (2 months ago)Value: £100K-£500KSource: Find A Tender Service
Description: This contract comprises the following Works/ Services provision to various Falkirk Council properties: - 1. The quarterly, 6 monthly and annual inspection, testing and servicing of Sprinkler installations and associated equipment as detailed, including any battery replacements as required. 2. The 6 month and annual service, inspection and testing of the Dry Risers as detailed and any associated equipment as required. 3. The 6 month and annual service, inspection and testing of the Kitchen Fire Suppression installations as detailed and any associated equipment as required. 4. A 2 hour emergency call out service is to be provided 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 52 weeks of the year including all public holidays and weekends. 5. Ad hoc repairs and works to the Sprinkler, Dry (read more...)
Summary: The Falkirk Council is engaged in a procurement process under an open procedure for a Term Maintenance Contract for servicing sprinkler, dry riser, and kitchen fire suppression systems across various Council properties in the region UKM76. The contract involves quarterly, semi-annual, and annual inspection, testing, and servicing, including a 24/7 emergency call-out service. The procurement stage is currently complete, and an award was made to Churches Fire Safety Ltd in February 2026, with a contract value of £283,021.93 GBP. Initial tender activities were active until January 2026, making this an opportune process for service providers within the repair and maintenance services industry.
Location: Edinburgh•Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Stage: AwardDate: 19th February 2026 (2 months ago)Value: £100K-£500KSource: Public Contracts Scotland
Description: The University of Edinburgh has appointed a single supplier for a contract covering servicing, maintenance, and reactive works of fire hydrants and dry riser installations located throughout the University's estate. The initial contract period is for 2 years from 1st March 2026 to 29th February 2028. The University has the option to extend for two periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 28th February 2030 if all extensions are applied.
Summary: The procurement process for the servicing, maintenance, and reactive works of fire hydrants and dry riser installations across the University of Edinburgh's estate has been awarded. The University of Edinburgh has appointed Core Fire Limited as the single supplier following an open procedure. The contract runs initially for two years, from March 1, 2026, to February 29, 2028, with possible extensions that could extend it to February 28, 2030. This process falls under the services industry category, with contract works mainly located in Edinburgh, within the region UKM75. The initial planning started in August 2025, followed by a tender period until December 4, 2025, leading to the contract award on February 5, 2026. The procurement stage is now complete, with an active contract in place.
Location: Motherwell•Buyer: NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL
Stage: AwardDate: 7th May 2025 (12 months ago)Value: £100K-£500KSource: Public Contracts Scotland
Description: North Lanarkshire Council (the "Council") propose to establish an Agreement with a single Contractor for Dry Riser Inspection, Service and Maintenance.
Summary: The procurement process conducted by North Lanarkshire Council for "Dry Riser Inspection, Service and Maintenance" has concluded with the contract awarded on 7th May 2025 to M & S Fire Protection Ltd. This public service contract falls under the industry category of general public services and is located in the North Lanarkshire region (UKM84). The procurement process followed an open procedure, allowing wide participation. The contract, initially spanning three years starting from 2nd June 2025 until 1st June 2028, may be extended by two additional 12-month periods, with a total value capped at £100,000 excluding VAT. The opportunity was advertised through an electronic submission process, with the award stage finalised by the beginning of June 2025.