Estimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
22 May 2026
Published
24 April 2026
Type
Not specified
Description
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The UK government is looking for a contractor to service and maintain fire safety systems across one or more government buildings. This is an ongoing contract where you'll regularly inspect, test, and repair fire alarms, extinguishers, and related equipment to keep them compliant and working properly.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents.
- Note: You will likely need fire safety engineering qualifications or certifications (e.g. Level 3 in fire safety systems or equivalent) — verify in full documents
- Likely requirement to hold relevant insurance (public liability and professional indemnity)
- Probable requirement to comply with BS 5839 (UK fire alarm standards) and Health & Safety at Work regulations
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Regular servicing and inspection of fire alarm systems (typically quarterly or as specified)
- Testing of emergency lighting and exit signage
- Inspection and maintenance of fire extinguishers and hose reels
- Maintenance of fire doors and access routes
- Generate compliance reports and certification documentation after each service visit
- Respond to fault call-outs and emergency repairs within agreed timescales
- Keep detailed records of all work carried out for audit and compliance purposes
How to Read This Tender
- 1Check the 'Scope of Works' or 'Service Schedule' section carefully — it will specify exactly which buildings, how many fire systems, and how often servicing is required. This directly affects your costs.
- 2Look for the 'Performance Standards' or 'Key Performance Indicators' section — this sets response times for repairs and may include penalties for missing deadlines.
- 3Find the 'Term' or 'Contract Duration' — is this 1 year, 3 years, or longer? Longer contracts may offer stability but lock you in.
- 4Search for 'Social Value' requirements — government contracts often ask how you'll benefit the local community (e.g. apprenticeships, local employment). Points are awarded for this.
- 5Check 'Insurance and Liability' clauses — understand what you're responsible for if a system fails. Government often expects you to carry significant liability cover.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you're small, consider partnering with a larger fire safety firm as a subcontractor rather than bidding alone — you'll share risk and workload while building experience and relationships.
- Invest time in the 'Social Value' section of your bid — this can be a big differentiator for SMEs. Examples: training apprentices in fire safety, offering free fire safety talks to local schools, or employing long-term unemployed people.
- Build in contingency for call-out response times. If the contract demands 24-hour emergency repairs, factor in on-call staffing costs or partner with another local firm for out-of-hours cover to share the burden.
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ClwydAlyn HousingKey Dates
Published
24 April 2026
Submission deadline
22 May 2026
Notice type
UK4
Source
sell2wales
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