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Published 21 May 2025, 13:11 BST

Official UK procurement notice

Depot Fire Hydrants Design and Build - Tranche 1

Official notice

Authority: Transport for London (Public body)

Framework agreementWorksBelow threshold - open competitionBelow thresholdUtilitiesSME suitable
Sectors: Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment (35)Construction & Civil Engineering (45)Business Services & Consultancy (79) Delivery: North East (UKC)North West (UKD)Yorkshire & Humber (UKE)
+6 moreEast Midlands (UKF)West Midlands (UKG)East of England (UKH)London (UKI)South East (UKJ)South West (UKK)
Framework ceiling (notional)£3,232,541framework ceiling, not attributable revenue · 2 value updates
Submissions closed 15 Apr 2026awarded 13 Jul 2026
Awarded to DELCORE FIRE ENGINEERING LTD
Framework period 1 yr 9 moends 30 Jun 2028 · up to 30 Jun 2029 with extensions · starts 23 Sept 2026

What is being bought

Published requirement description

Works

The purpose of the contract is for the design and build of Depot Fire Hydrants at 2 locations (Queens Park and Triangle Sidings)

The currently installed hydrant systems at certain depots do not meet current regulations and British Standards (BS) due to the age of the systems, so an upgrade is required as the readings at the locations tested were below the levels stipulated in BS and TfL standards. In case of a fire, the system is unable to supply water at the required pressure and flow rate to extinguish fires.

The requirement of the procurement is to appoint a contractor to undertake works to ensure that fire hydrant systems at the 2 locations are fully operable, in good working condition and in full compliance with relevant safety legislations associated with the hydrant system - BS and TFL standards

CPV: Firefighting equipment installation work · Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment · Survey services

How this framework works

From the published notice
Bids received
3 bids received · 1 suppliers appointed
Framework period
1 yr 9 mo · up to 2 yrs 9 mo from 23 Sept 2026

The lotProcurement structure

single lot · value published
Lot #1AwardedRenewal 1 yr 9 moSMEPublished value£3,232,541
Contract period: 23 Sept 2026 – 30 Jun 2028 (1 yr 9 mo) · up to 30 Jun 2029 with extensionsValue: £3,232,541 exc. VAT · £3,879,049 inc. VAT
Delivery: North East, North West, Yorkshire & Humber, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East, South WestEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: The term of the draft contract is for an initial one (1) year and six (6) months with the option to extend by a further period of up to twelve 12 months at TfL's sole discretion.
35110000 Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment45343200 Firefighting equipment installation work79311000 Survey services

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
How bids were scored

Lot awarding rule: Technical - 50% Commercial - 40% Responsible Procurement - 10%

What this means for your bid
  • “Depot Fire Hydrants Design and Build - Tranche 1” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record
Procedure method
Below threshold - open competition
Legal basis
UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
Procurement category
Works
Notice status
Awarded
Procurement threshold
Below threshold
Regulatory regime
Utilities
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use the vehicle
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Unspecified in notice
Recurring procurement
Unspecified in notice
First published
21 May 2025, 13:11 BST
Last source update
10 Sept 2026, 13:06 BST
Authority reference
WS3003401731 ( WS1869833860 - Old)
FTS notice number
2026/S 000-016149
Latest notice
Contract details notice (UK7)
Classification (CPV)
Firefighting equipment installation workFirefighting, rescue and safety equipmentSurvey services
Delivery area
North East (UKC)North West (UKD)Yorkshire & Humber (UKE)East Midlands (UKF)West Midlands (UKG)East of England (UKH)London (UKI)South East (UKJ)
+1 moreSouth West (UKK)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-051a98 Find a Tender

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: portal not identified
Electronic submission allowed
Appointment period ends
15 Apr 2026, 23:59 BST
Submission channel
Official e-sourcing portal
Electronic submission
Allowed
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Only Tender Responses submitted via TfL's online e-Tendering Platform will be evaluated.

www.sap.com/products/spend-manag… ↗

Timeline

21 May 2025 → 23 Sept 2026 · 7 dates
  1. Planning notice published
    21 May 2025, 13:11 BST
  2. Market engagement321 days ago
    28 Nov 2025, 23:59 GMT

    TfL invites suppliers to participate in this Preliminary Market Engagement exercise by expressing their interest in this procurement and completing a Market Survey Questionnaire (MSQ). All feedback received will be treated confidentially and will help to shape the upcoming procurement opportunity (subject to the Freedom of Information Act)

    Information on the engagement process and the procurement can be found in MSQ documents which will be forwarded to interested suppliers via SAP Ariba. TfL's e-sourcing platform. TfL reserve the right to change our procurement approach.

    The engagement process consists of the following key steps: registering Interest -

    1. Suppliers who wish to participate should express their interest by emailing [email protected] and quoting WS1869833860 Design and Build of Depot Fire Hydrants for Queens Park sidings and Triangle sidings

    OR

    1. Register under RISQS RICCL codes C.D.3.7: Protective Installations (Including fire protective systems) / Supply.

    on/before Friday 21 November 2025. This activity is focusing on the market, rather than the merits of individual suppliers. It includes no element of supplier selection or bid evaluation. There is no commitment of any kind inferred by either party.

    The MSQ will remain open until 17.00hrs on Friday 21 November on TfL's SAP Ariba e-tendering portal.

    Once TfL receives confirmation of interest from prospective participants the MSQ document and the Technical Requirements Specification (TRS) be available to them on TfL's SAP Ariba e-tendering system.

    Suppliers not registered on TfL's SAP Ariba system and are interested in participating can use the link below to register.

    tfl.gov.uk/info-for/suppliers-a… ↗

    Review and complete the MSQ response by return date stated in the MSQ document.

    TfL encourages all interested suppliers to take part in this process. Your insights and expertise will be invaluable in shaping our approach.

    If you have any questions about the process, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Victoria Lawal via [email protected].

    We look forward to hearing from you.

  3. Tender notice published234 days ago
    23 Feb 2026, 14:59 GMT
  4. Next notice expected234 days ago
    23 Feb 2026, 23:59 GMT
  5. Admission / appointment period ends183 days ago · period end, not a bid countdown
    15 Apr 2026, 23:59 BST
  6. Latest notice published35 days ago
    10 Sept 2026, 13:06 BST
  7. Contract starts23 days ago
    23 Sept 2026, 00:00 BST

Notice history

15 events · 7 releases on Find a Tender · since 21 May 2025
  1. Pipeline notice published
    21 May 2025, 13:11 BST
    UK1
  2. Preliminary market engagement notice published
    5 Nov 2025, 10:59 GMT
    UK2
  3. Published value published: £5,200,000
    5 Nov 2025, 10:59 GMT
  4. Preliminary market engagement notice published
    13 Nov 2025, 09:53 GMT
    UK2
  5. Tender notice published
    23 Feb 2026, 14:59 GMT
    UK4
  6. Published value updated to £3,232,541
    23 Feb 2026, 14:59 GMT
    was £5,200,000
  7. Status changed to active
    23 Feb 2026, 14:59 GMT
  8. Procurement method changed
    23 Feb 2026, 14:59 GMT
  9. Deadline published: 15 Apr 2026, 23:59 BST
    23 Feb 2026, 14:59 GMT
  10. Tender notice published
    5 Mar 2026, 14:30 GMT
    UK4
  11. Deadline moved to 15 Apr 2026, 23:59 BST
    5 Mar 2026, 14:30 GMT
    +0 days · was 15 Apr 2026, 23:59 BST
  12. Contract award notice published
    13 Jul 2026, 16:35 BST
    UK6
  13. Status changed to complete
    13 Jul 2026, 16:35 BST
  14. Contract signature expected
    7 Aug 2026, 23:59 BST
    scheduled
  15. Contract details notice published
    10 Sept 2026, 13:06 BST
    UK7
Published amendments (2)

Changed the engagement deadline date

Tender submission deadline 10 April 2026, 17:00pm

Routine re-releases (7)
  • 2026-02: 1 release · 23 Feb 2026
  • 2025-11: 2 releases · 5 Nov 2025, 13 Nov 2025
  • 2025-05: 1 release · 21 May 2025

Commercial outcome & contract awards

Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast
Suppliers appointed 11 award · see the list ↓
Bids received 33 from SMEs
Contracts signed 1latest 7 Sept 2026
Awarded toValueDateStatus
DELCORE FIRE ENGINEERING LTDSME31 Aug 2026 – 29 Feb 2028 · up to 31 Aug 2028Extensions: Contract could be extended if more work packages can be varied into existing contract£670,45113 Jul 2026Awarded

Contracts

  • Depot Fire Hydrants Design and Build - Tranche 1 · DELCORE FIRE ENGINEERING LTDSME

    Signed
    7 Sept 2026
    Value
    £670,451
    Period
    7 Sept 2026 – 6 Mar 2028 · up to 6 Sept 2028 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    Contract can be extended if more works are required

Bid statistics published by the authority

BidsSMEVCSEValid bid range
3final-stage tenders30—

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

Transport for London

Contracting authorityPublic undertaking GB-PPON: PHMT-6197-NWNZ 5 Endeavour Square, London, London, E20 1JNContact name, email

Framework contractors & participating bidders

1 commercial party on the notice
  • DELCORE FIRE ENGINEERING LTDFramework contractorGB-COH: 11767100GB-PPON: PLMG-1276-MRRM 108 Cannon Workshops 5 Cannon Drive, London, London, E14 4ASContact email

Official documents & specifications (7)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Notices published for this procedure

  • Contract details notice contractContract details noticeUK7Contract details notice on Find a Tender
  • Contract award notice awardContract award noticeUK6Contract award notice on Find a Tender
  • Tender notice tenderTender noticeUK4Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • Tender notice tenderTender noticeUK4Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • Preliminary market engagement notice planningPreliminary market engagement noticeUK2Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
  • Preliminary market engagement notice planningPreliminary market engagement noticeUK2Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
  • Pipeline notice planningPipeline noticeUK1Pipeline notice on Find a Tender