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Published 21 Nov 2023, 12:05 GMT

Official UK procurement notice

Fire Safety Equipment, Fire Alarms, Suppression Systems and Associated Services

Official notice

Authority: University of Leeds (Education)·Consortium: 6 public authorities

Framework agreement4 lotsGoodsOpen procedure
Framework ceiling (notional)£12,000,000total for 4 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue
Submissions closed 21 Dec 2023
Lots 4see the lot list below

What is being bought4 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

Fire Safety framework to bring to the market a collaborative and inclusive framework offering to the HE, FE, and wider education sector. This framework is open to all members whether or not they are classed as contracting authorities under PCR. The retendered framework will cover a range of firefighting & related services and security equipment including fire extinguishers, detectors, first aid equipment, including Firefighting equipment, extinguishers, blankets, hose reels, buckets (Supply / Ongoing Maintenance/testing) Passive fire protection storage solutions First aid equipment Escape equipment Accessories and signage Fire risk assessments and Fire safety training Fire equipment maintenance / repair and testing Fire Alarm installation and maintenance Fire/Smoke detection systems installation and maintenance Sprinkler and suppression systems including consultancy and design Fire door installation and inspection Wet and dry risers Smoke ventilation

CPV: Burglar and fire alarms · CO2 fire-extinguishing equipment installation work · Education and training services · Fire blankets · Fire doors · Fire escape equipment · Fire extinguishers · Fire hoses · Fire ladders · Fire suppression foam or similar compounds · Fire suppression hand tools · Fire suppression system · +29 more

Lots and requirements (4)Procurement structure

4 lots · all with a published value
Lot #1Fire Safety Equipment and MaintenanceRenewalPublished value£4,000,000

This Lot for the provision of firefighting equipment and maintenance with the scope covering a range of products including, but not limited to, fire equipment, storage & protection, first aid equipment, passive fire equipment, door furniture, escape equipment and signage across the UK. This agreement will be open to members and their partners regardless of whether or not they are to be defined as contracting authorities for the purpose of the PCR 2015. It is anticipated that some of the future call off contracts under this framework may be part funded from external streams, including European Union (EU) funding and (ERDF/ESF) and potentially other research bodies. All funding assessed under this framework will be considered compliant for the purposes of external funding by the named participants. Suppliers will be able to bid to service any of the following 9 Regions under this Lot: Scotland, North East & Yorkshire, North West, Midlands, South East, South West, London, Wales and Northern Ireland. Suppliers may bid for any combination of Regions, including one or all Regions but they must be able to service 100% of the Members who can access the agreement within each region. It is possible for Suppliers to be awarded a position on the framework in some, but not all, Regions that they bid for, depending on the level of interest and quality of tender submissions received from other Suppliers. It is intended that the Framework Agreement will be awarded to 6 Bidders per Region on this Lot, provided that there are a suitable number of Bidders which meet any required minimum standards. NEUPC reserves the right to proceed with a lower number of Bidders for all or any Lot/Region(s) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2XA685W5D6 ↗

NEUPC reserves the right to not proceed to Contract, or to cancel the Tender and will incur no Liability in doing so.

Delivery: UK · UNITED KINGDOM
Extensions: Option to extend for a further 24 months. The maximum contract length is 48 monthsVariant bids: not allowed
Lot #2Fire Safety Inspections, Fire Risk Assessment, Consultancy and Fire Safety TrainingRenewalPublished value£500,000

This Lot for the provision of Fire Safety Inspections, Fire Risk Assessment, Consultancy and Fire Safety Training with the scope covering a range of services including, but not limited to, risk assessment services of premises and/or equipment and advise if correct precautions are in place and provide findings and action required to manage or remove risks Fire risk assessments should be provided by individuals whom have demonstrable experience and certifiable formal qualifications. Fire safety training is specific training designed to provide the underpinning knowledge for learners to operate safely in the workplace with regards to fire safety. It is aimed at staff who have been appointed to the role of Fire Marshal/Warden. Fire safety consultancy, Fire Safety Consultants should provide, as a minimum, proactive risk management and fire safety strategy advise, guidance to improve fire safety policies and procedures. Identify hazards and measure existing control measures. Fire systems and fire strategy design.

This provision shall be provided by the supplier/provider in accordance to the latest Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005

This agreement will be open to members and their partners regardless of whether or not they are to be defined as contracting authorities for the purpose of the PCR 2015. It is anticipated that some of the future call off contracts under this framework may be part funded from external streams, including European Union (EU) funding and (ERDF/ESF) and potentially other research bodies. All funding assessed under this framework will be considered compliant for the purposes of external funding by the named participants. Suppliers will be able to bid to service any of the following 9 Regions under this Lot: Scotland, North East & Yorkshire, North West, Midlands, South East, South West, London, Wales and Northern Ireland. Suppliers may bid for any combination of Regions, including one or all Regions but they must be able to service 100% of the Members who can access the agreement within each region. It is possible for Suppliers to be awarded a position on the framework in some, but not all, Regions that they bid for, depending on the level of interest and quality of tender submissions received from other Suppliers. It is intended that the Framework Agreement will be awarded to 6 Bidders per Region on this Lot, provided that there are a suitable number of Bidders which meet any required minimum standards. NEUPC reserves the right to proceed with a lower number of Bidders for all or any Lot/Region(s) Additional information: NEUPC reserves the right to not proceed to Contract, or to cancel the Tender and will incur no Liability in doing so.

Delivery: UK · UNITED KINGDOM
Extensions: Option to extend for a further 24 months. The maximum contract length is 48 monthsVariant bids: not allowed
Lot #3Fire Detection, Alarms and Suppression Systems.RenewalPublished value£3,000,000

This Lot for the provision of products and associated install services with ongoing monitoring that are classed as fire detection, fire alarms and fire suppression systems. The provision of goods and services within this Lot 3 are to comply in accordance with the latest version and any other equivalent, recognised and relevant British standard BS5839

The following goods and associated services are included within the scope of this Lot 3, but not limited to:

Fire Alarm Systems, Conventional, Addressable and Analogue Addressable (Hard wired / Wireless systems), Detector Devices (Ionisation, Optical, Heat, Flame, Carbon, Multi) , Fire Suppression Systems (Sprinkler, Water mist, Dry & Wet Risers),Fire Dampers, Refuge and Rescue Systems, Manual call points, Warning System/Bell Relays, Door Holder Relays, Auxiliary (Control Function) Relays, Loop Sounders, Automatic Opening Vent (service and testing),Emergency Escape Lighting*

Emergency lighting is lighting for an emergency situation when the main power supply is cut and normal electrical illumination fails. The loss of mains electricity could be the result of a fire or a non-fire related power cut. The framework scope is for Emergency Escape lighting, part of an emergency lighting system that provides illumination for the safety of people leaving a location or attempting to terminate a potentially dangerous process beforehand. It is part of the fire safety provision of a building and a requirement of The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

This agreement will be open to members and their partners regardless of whether or not they are to be defined as contracting authorities for the purpose of the PCR 2015. It is anticipated that some of the future call off contracts under this framework may be part funded from external streams, including European Union (EU) funding and (ERDF/ESF) and potentially other research bodies. All funding assessed under this framework will be considered compliant for the purposes of external funding by the named participants. Suppliers will be able to bid to service any of the following 9 Regions under this Lot: Scotland, North East & Yorkshire, North West, Midlands, South East, South West, London, Wales and Northern Ireland. Suppliers may bid for any combination of Regions, including one or all Regions but they must be able to service 100% of the Members who can access the agreement within each region. It is possible for Suppliers to be awarded a position on the framework in some, but not all, Regions that they bid for, depending on the level of interest and quality of tender submissions received from other Suppliers. It is intended that the Framework Agreement will be awarded to 6 Bidders per Region on this Lot, provided that there are a suitable number of Bidders which meet any required minimum standards. NEUPC reserves the right to proceed with a lower number of Bidders for all or any Lot/Region(s) Additional information: NEUPC reserves the right to not proceed to Contract, or to cancel the Tender and will incur no Liability in doing so.

Delivery: UK · UNITED KINGDOM
Extensions: Option to extend for a further 24 months. The maximum contract length is 48 monthsVariant bids: not allowed
Lot #4Fire Equipment, Fire Safety and Associated Maintenance Complete Solution *Excluding Fire Assessments, Inspections and TrainingRenewalPublished value£4,500,000

This Lot for the provision of products and services that are covered by the scope of Lots 1 and 3 of this framework– Fire safety equipment and Fire Detection, Alarms and Suppression systems as a complete service and goods provision. Note- this Lot will not include the scope of Lot 2 of this framework.

This agreement will be open to members and their partners regardless of whether or not they are to be defined as contracting authorities for the purpose of the PCR 2015. It is anticipated that some of the future call off contracts under this framework may be part funded from external streams, including European Union (EU) funding and (ERDF/ESF) and potentially other research bodies. All funding assessed under this framework will be considered compliant for the purposes of external funding by the named participants. Suppliers will be able to bid to service any of the following 9 Regions under this Lot: Scotland, North East & Yorkshire, North West, Midlands, South East, South West, London, Wales and Northern Ireland. Suppliers may bid for any combination of Regions, including one or all Regions but they must be able to service 100% of the Members who can access the agreement within each region. It is possible for Suppliers to be awarded a position on the framework in some, but not all, Regions that they bid for, depending on the level of interest and quality of tender submissions received from other Suppliers. It is intended that the Framework Agreement will be awarded to 6 Bidders per Region on this Lot, provided that there are a suitable number of Bidders which meet any required minimum standards. NEUPC reserves the right to proceed with a lower number of Bidders for all or any Lot/Region(s) Additional information: NEUPC reserves the right to not proceed to Contract, or to cancel the Tender and will incur no Liability in doing so.

Delivery: UK · UNITED KINGDOM
Extensions: Option to extend for a further 24 months. The maximum contract length is 48 monthsVariant bids: not allowed

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
Conditions of participation1
  • Suitability

    Minimum standards and required accreditations are listed in the procurement documents

What this means for your bid
  • “Fire Safety Equipment, Fire Alarms, Suppression Systems and Associated…” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record · publisher note attached
Procedure method
Open procedure
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Goods
Notice status
Closed
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use this agreement
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
No (one-off requirement)
First published
21 Nov 2023, 12:05 GMT
Last source update
21 Nov 2023, 12:05 GMT
Award evaluation window
21 Dec 2023 – …
Authority reference
EFM2054 NE
FTS notice number
2023/S 000-034386
Classification (CPV)
Burglar and fire alarmsCO2 fire-extinguishing equipment installation workEducation and training servicesFire blanketsFire doorsFire escape equipmentFire extinguishersFire hosesFire laddersFire suppression foam or similar compounds
+31 moreFire suppression hand toolsFire suppression system
Delivery area
UK
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-041b94 Find a Tender

Publisher note: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: <a href="https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-Firefighting-equipment./2XA685W5D6" target="_blank">https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-Firefighting-equipment./2XA685W5D6</a> To respond to this opportunity, please click here: <a href="https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2XA685W5D6" target="_blank">https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2XA685W5D6</a> GO Reference: GO-20231121-PRO-24530937

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: Delta eSourcing · Who buys & how to bid on Delta
Public notice page · account needed to bidLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Free Select account; no DUNS asked at signup
Appointment period ends
21 Dec 2023, 15:00 GMT
Submission channel
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Accepted languages
en
Bid validity
270 days from the deadline
Bids opened
21 Dec 2023, 15:01 GMT
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Timeline

21 Nov 2023 → 21 Dec 2023 · 3 dates
  1. Notice published
    21 Nov 2023, 12:05 GMT
  2. Admission / appointment period endsperiod end, not a bid countdown
    21 Dec 2023, 15:00 GMT
  3. Bids opened
    21 Dec 2023, 15:01 GMT

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

7 public bodies on the notice

North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium Limited

Contracting authorityEducationBody governed by public lawEducation Phoenix House, 3 South Parade, Leeds, UK, LS1 5QXContact name, email, phone Published organisation website ↗

Consortium members and other public bodies

Dispute resolution & review bodies

  • NEUPC Ltd.Mediation bodyReview bodyReview contact point LeedsContact email, phone

Official documents & specifications (2)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Tender pack and attachments

  • Economic and financial selection criteriatenderEconomic and financial selection criteria
  • Technical selection criteriatenderTechnical selection criteria