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# B971(2021) Install and Maintain Fire Detection and Alarm Systems in NIE Networks

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/b971-2021-install-and-maintain-fire-detection-and-alarm-systems-in-nie-networks-ocds-h6vhtk-02a8d6). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Tenderline Executive Summary:** Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited: "B971(2021) Install and Maintain Fire Detection and Alarm Systems in NIE Networks". Published status: complete. Framework Ceiling: £1,268,000. 2 published lots. Recorded submission deadline: 25 May 2021, 12:00 BST. Published submission portal: e-sourcingni.bravosolution.co.uk.

## Key Information
- **Status:** COMPLETE (the published submission deadline has passed)
- **Buyer:** [Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/northern-ireland-electricity-networks-limited-coh-ni026041)
- **Framework Ceiling (notional):** £1,268,000 (GBP)
- **Submission Deadline:** 25 May 2021 at 12:00 BST
- **Lots:** 2
- **Procurement Method:** Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
- **Main Category:** services
- **Classifications (CPV):** Fire-alarm system installation work, Fire-prevention installation works, Installation services of fire protection equipment, Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment
- **Delivery Location:** UKN, UKN0
- **Legal Basis:** CELEX 32014L0025
- **Official Documents:** 2 published documents & notices ([view on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/b971-2021-install-and-maintain-fire-detection-and-alarm-systems-in-nie-networks-ocds-h6vhtk-02a8d6#documents))
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-02a8d6`

## Before you bid
Deciding whether to bid? The Tenderline page for this tender carries the competition and buyer analysis this notice does not:

- **Expected competition:** how many bids lots like this attract, from past awards in the same market.
- **Who could compete:** suppliers who have won similar work, and who holds the current contract.
- **Buyer track record:** earlier work for this buyer, its unexpired awards, and how its awards compared with its estimates.
- **Price forecast:** the commercial price range for each lot, with the middle 50% of comparable awards.

- **What it takes to win:** selection and award criteria, lot by lot.
- **Contract history:** what this tender replaces, and every notice in the procedure.

[Open the competition and buyer analysis](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/b971-2021-install-and-maintain-fire-detection-and-alarm-systems-in-nie-networks-ocds-h6vhtk-02a8d6#tl-md)

## Submission
- **Submission Platform:** [e-sourcingni.bravosolution.co.uk](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fe-sourcingni.bravosolution.co.uk)
- **How to bid:** https://tenderline.uk/tenders/b971-2021-install-and-maintain-fire-detection-and-alarm-systems-in-nie-networks-ocds-h6vhtk-02a8d6#participate

## Description
The Contracting Entity intends to establish Framework Arrangements for the provision of
New Fire Detection and Alarm Systems and Maintenance of Fire Detection, Alarm Systems
and Fire Suppression Systems. The Framework Agreements will be for a period of five (5)
years with an option, exercisable entirely at the discretion of the Contracting Entity and
subject to the terms of the Framework Agreements, to extend by a further optional period of
up to three (3) years, with a total potential duration of eight (8) years.

## Lots (2)
### Lot 1: Lot 1 - Installation of New Fire Detection and Alarm Systems for NIE Networks
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** cancelled
- **CPV codes:** 45312100, 45343000, 51700000
- **Delivery regions:** UKN

- **Estimated Value:** £387,200
- **Description:** Installation of new fire detection & alarm systems, including testing, certification and
training NIE Networks staff who operate the equipment. The installation environment shall
include electrical high voltage substations and industrial buildings.

- **Renewal published:** yes

### Lot 2: Lot 2 - Maintenance of NIE Networks Fire Detection, Alarm Systems and Fire Suppression Systems
- **Lot id:** `2`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 50413200
- **Delivery regions:** UKN

- **Estimated Value:** £880,000
- **Description:** Service & Maintain NIE Networks fire detection & alarm systems and fire suppression
systems including testing, certification and training NIE Networks staff who operate the
equipment. The maintenance environment shall include electrical high voltage ...

- **Renewal published:** yes

## Awards & Winning Suppliers (2)
- **Award:** Lot 1 - Installation of New Fire Detection and Alarm Systems for NIE Networks (unsuccessful)
  - Award id: `002363-2022-Lot 1 - Installation of New Fire Detection and Alarm Systems for NIE Networks-1`
  - Supplier(s): **Not published**

- **Award:** Lot 2 - Maintenance of NIE Networks Fire Detection, Alarm Systems and Fire Suppression Systems (active)
  - Award id: `002363-2022-Lot 2 - Maintenance of NIE Networks Fire Detection, Alarm Systems and Fire Suppression Systems-2`
  - Supplier(s): **VIS Security Solutions Ltd**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-150379`
  - Value: £778,000 † (exc. VAT)

> † value taken from the contract record; the award notice published none.

## Contracts (1)
- **Contract:** Lot 2 - Maintenance of NIE Networks Fire Detection, Alarm Systems and Fire Suppression Systems (active)
  - Signed Value: £778,000
  - Signed Date: 18/01/2022

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F002363-2022)
- **Last Source Update:** 2022-01-26T22:45:07.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-10-29T09:52:22.194Z
- **Machine API:** https://tenderline.uk/api/public/tenders/ocds-h6vhtk-02a8d6