Fire Engineer Visit_Litho_Kermaton
GLOUCESTERSHIRE HOSPITALS SUBSIDIARY COMPANY LIMITEDEstimated Value
£23,000 – £27,600
Deadline
17 April 2026
Published
8 June 2026
Type
goods
Overview
CGH Lithotripter works
AI Analysis
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This contract is for a fire safety engineer to visit and inspect a lithotripter machine (a medical device that breaks up kidney stones) at CGH Lithotripter Works. The buyer needs a qualified fire safety professional to assess fire risks and ensure the equipment meets fire safety standards.
Requirements
- Must be a qualified fire safety engineer or hold relevant fire safety certification
- Must be able to visit the CGH Lithotripter Works site
- Must have experience assessing medical equipment for fire safety compliance
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents for qualifications, insurance requirements, and any sector-specific accreditations needed.
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Conduct a fire safety inspection visit to the lithotripter machine at CGH Lithotripter Works
- Assess fire risks associated with the lithotripter equipment
- Verify compliance with fire safety regulations and standards
- Produce a written fire safety report with findings and recommendations
How to Read This Tender
- 1A lithotripter is specialist medical equipment — the inspection is likely about electrical safety, heat generation, and emergency shutdown procedures, not structural fire safety of the building.
- 2Look for the full tender documents which will specify: exact date/time of the visit, what aspects of fire safety need checking, required report format, and turnaround time for the inspection report.
- 3Check if this is a one-off inspection or if repeat visits are needed — this affects your pricing and availability.
- 4Medical equipment inspections often require specific insurance (professional indemnity) — confirm this requirement early.
- 5The title mentions 'Litho_Kermaton' — Kermaton may be the machine model or location; check if you have experience with this specific equipment type.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you're a lone fire engineer, consider whether you can commit to the site visit date — medical facilities often have limited access windows. Confirm availability before bidding.
- Check if the buyer will accept a consortium bid or subcontracting arrangement — you could partner with a medical equipment specialist if you lack lithotripter experience.
- Ask the buyer upfront for the specific fire safety standards they're checking against (e.g. BS 7909, HTM 2025) — this helps you price accurately and avoid scope creep.
Award Details
Holding Supplier
£23,000
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GLOUCESTERSHIRE HOSPITALS SUBSIDIARY COMPANY LIMITEDKey Dates
Published
8 June 2026
Submission deadline
17 April 2026
Notice type
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