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CBC-2192-T-ZH Fire Systems and Equipment Servicing and Maintenance

Central Bedfordshire Council(buyer)

Published
Published 13 November 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 14 December 2026 (30 days left)
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Overview

Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking a qualified and BAFE-registered contractor to provide planned preventative maintenance, inspection, testing, repair, and emergency call-out services for fire safety systems and equipment across its housing portfolio. The scope covers fire alarms, dry risers, extinguishers, sprinkler and mist systems, fire blankets, and automatic smoke ventilation systems, alongside asset management and statutory compliance reporting. The contract has an estimated value of £405,000, with submissions due by 14 December 2026.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Services
Estimated value
£405,000
Procedure
Open procedure
Rules
Procurement Act 2023
SME suitable
Yes
Published
13 November 2026
Questions by
3 December 2026
Deadline
14 December 2026
Classification (CPV)
Repair and maintenance services of gas-detection equipmentInstallation services of fire protection equipment

Competition and scoring criteria

Expected competition

4

Median bids on comparable tenders

Open and restricted tenders in Repair and maintenance services drew a median of 4 bids over the last 24 months; 17% received only one.

How bids will be scored

Price 40% · Quality 60%

  • Quality50%
  • Price40%
  • Social Value10%

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Market context

Typical award in Repair and maintenance services

£102,749

Median of 7,842 awards in the last 24 months

Central Bedfordshire Council in the last 12 months

66

contracts awarded, worth £26,951,352 in total

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Notice history

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  1. Tender Update

    13 November 2026

  2. Contract Notice

    13 November 2026

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