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Academies for Character & Excellence - Provision of Fire & Security Servicing & Maintenance

Academies for Character & Excellence: ACE (Secondary Acct: PHP Law) · compiled

Tender information last checkedLast checked 29 Sept 2026, 22:02.

Opportunity overview

The Contractor will be responsible for delivering the following Fire and Security Servicing to the Trust: which includes the following: a. Fire Alarms b. Fire Extinguishers & Hoses c. Emergency Lighting d. Access Control e. CCTV f. Intruder Alarms g. Disabled Refuge

Awarded to

Amounts belong to published awards or contracts. Where several suppliers share one value, it is labelled as shared and is not a supplier-specific allocation.

Severnside Security Ltd

Matched by exact name
Contract value
£400k
Awarded
Not supplied
Contract signed
31 Aug 2025
Award ID
056306-2025-3
Status
active
Location
Gloucester, UK, GL4 3GG, United Kingdom

Classification

  • CPV79710000 — Security services
  • CPV31625100 — Fire-detection systems
  • CPV31625200 — Fire-alarm systems
  • CPV35100000 — Emergency and security equipment
  • CPV35121000 — Security equipment
  • CPV35125300 — Security cameras

Lots

  • SomersetValue not stated
  • Devon & TorbayValue not stated
  • All SchoolsValue not stated

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
ocds-h6vhtk-04e710
Status
complete
Has Recurrence
No
Procurement Method
open
Main Procurement Category
services
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure

Covered By

GPA

Amendments

Entry 1
Id
2
Description
to enable site visits to be offered

Unstructured Changes

Entry 1

Where

Label
Time limit
Section
IV.2.2

New Value

Date
22 Apr 2025, 12:00

Old Value

Date
10 Apr 2025, 12:00
Entry 2

Where

Label
Conditions for opening of tenders
Section
IV.2.7

New Value

Date
22 Apr 2025, 12:00

Old Value

Date
10 Apr 2025, 12:00

Bid Opening

Date
10 Apr 2025, 12:00

Legal basis

Id
32014L0024
Scheme
CELEX

Lot Details

Maximum Lots Bid Per Supplier
9,999,999

Expected award period

Starts
10 Apr 2025, 12:00

Tender Period

Ends
10 Apr 2025, 12:00

Classification

Id
79710000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Security services

Submission terms

Languages

en

Bid Validity Period

Duration In Days
90

Submission Method

electronicSubmission

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
technical
Description
Execution of the service is reserved to a particular profession

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
2
Title
Devon & Torbay
Status
cancelled
Has Options
Yes
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
The Contractor will be responsible for delivering the following Fire and Security Servicing to the Trust: which includes the following: a. Fire Alarms b. Fire Extinguishers & Hoses c. Emergency Lighting d. Access Control e. CCTV f. Intruder Alarms g. Disabled Refuge Remedial Works (included in contract but the Trust reserve the right to award such works to other Contractors and therefore these works are not guaranteed). With a view to achieving a smooth and effective service for pupils and staff, the Successful Contractor shall ensure that they: a. Have the technical and relevant experience to deliver the Fire and Security Servicing provision to the Trust, whilst demonstrating value for money. b. Appoint a competent person to take managerial control. c. Maintain a safe and healthy environment on school premises concerning the delivery of the Fire and Security Servicing. d. Develop a robust scheme for managing, controlling and/or preventing the risk of fire on school premises, ensuring all works are carried out for all sites by a competent person. e. Implement a system of checks to ensure the effectiveness of the controls and other activities. f. Ensure all fire systems are maintained in accordance with current guidelines and all maintenance and other such work be undertaken by suitably competent persons. g. Demonstrate the ability to deliver the services required in a flexible manner, as to cause minimum disruption to pupils, staff and the day-to-day operations of the school. h. Adhere to all legal and statutory regulations and guidance to ensure compliance and ensure the delivery of services is at the desired level to meet requirements. i. Establish effective management and operational level communication systems at all levels regarding the service with the Trust. j. Actively manage the resulting contract including contract review meetings, overall performance of the contract, and management of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) and Service Level Agreement (SLA). k. Hold records of all relevant activity, retained for a minimum of 5 years. l. Be responsible for all legal, and health and safety requirements in delivering the services. Schools in Lot 2: Berry Pomeroy Parochial CofE Primary School Brixham Church of England Primary School Collaton St Mary Church of England Primary School Galmpton Church of England Primary School Newtown Primary School Shaldon Primary School St Gabriel's CofE Primary School Torre Church of England Academy St John's Church of England Primary School Trinity CofE Primary and Nursery School

Options

Description
To add additional schools that join the Trust

Renewal

Description
option of 2 further 1 year extensions (3+1+1)

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
60
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
40

Contract period

Duration In Days
1,080

Submission terms

Variant Policy
notAllowed
Entry 2
Id
3
Title
All Schools
Status
cancelled
Has Options
Yes
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
The Contractor will be responsible for delivering the following Fire and Security Servicing to the Trust: which includes the following: a. Fire Alarms b. Fire Extinguishers & Hoses c. Emergency Lighting d. Access Control e. CCTV f. Intruder Alarms g. Disabled Refuge Remedial Works (included in contract but the Trust reserve the right to award such works to other Contractors and therefore these works are not guaranteed). With a view to achieving a smooth and effective service for pupils and staff, the Successful Contractor shall ensure that they: a. Have the technical and relevant experience to deliver the Fire and Security Servicing provision to the Trust, whilst demonstrating value for money. b. Appoint a competent person to take managerial control. c. Maintain a safe and healthy environment on school premises concerning the delivery of the Fire and Security Servicing. d. Develop a robust scheme for managing, controlling and/or preventing the risk of fire on school premises, ensuring all works are carried out for all sites by a competent person. e. Implement a system of checks to ensure the effectiveness of the controls and other activities. f. Ensure all fire systems are maintained in accordance with current guidelines and all maintenance and other such work be undertaken by suitably competent persons. g. Demonstrate the ability to deliver the services required in a flexible manner, as to cause minimum disruption to pupils, staff and the day-to-day operations of the school. h. Adhere to all legal and statutory regulations and guidance to ensure compliance and ensure the delivery of services is at the desired level to meet requirements. i. Establish effective management and operational level communication systems at all levels regarding the service with the Trust. j. Actively manage the resulting contract including contract review meetings, overall performance of the contract, and management of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) and Service Level Agreement (SLA). k. Hold records of all relevant activity, retained for a minimum of 5 years. l. Be responsible for all legal, and health and safety requirements in delivering the services. Schools in Lot 3: Ashill Community Primary School Buckland St Mary Church of England Primary School Castle Cary Community Primary School Hatch Beauchamp Church of England Primary School Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Stockland Church of England Primary Academy The Hayloft Winsham Primary School Berry Pomeroy Parochial CofE Primary School Brixham Church of England Primary School Collaton St Mary Church of England Primary School Galmpton Church of England Primary School Newtown Primary School Shaldon Primary School St Gabriel's CofE Primary School Torre Church of England Academy St John's Church of England Primary School Trinity CofE Primary and Nursery School

Options

Description
To add schools who join the Trust

Renewal

Description
option of 2 further 1 year extensions (3+1+1)

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
60
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
40

Contract period

Duration In Days
1,080

Submission terms

Variant Policy
notAllowed
Entry 3
Id
1
Title
Somerset
Status
cancelled
Has Options
Yes
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
The Contractor will be responsible for delivering the following Fire and Security Servicing to the Trust: which includes the following: a. Fire Alarms b. Fire Extinguishers & Hoses c. Emergency Lighting d. Access Control e. CCTV f. Intruder Alarms g. Disabled Refuge Remedial Works (included in contract but the Trust reserve the right to award such works to other Contractors and therefore these works are not guaranteed). With a view to achieving a smooth and effective service for pupils and staff, the Successful Contractor shall ensure that they: a. Have the technical and relevant experience to deliver the Fire and Security Servicing provision to the Trust, whilst demonstrating value for money. b. Appoint a competent person to take managerial control. c. Maintain a safe and healthy environment on school premises concerning the delivery of the Fire and Security Servicing. d. Develop a robust scheme for managing, controlling and/or preventing the risk of fire on school premises, ensuring all works are carried out for all sites by a competent person. e. Implement a system of checks to ensure the effectiveness of the controls and other activities. f. Ensure all fire systems are maintained in accordance with current guidelines and all maintenance and other such work be undertaken by suitably competent persons. g. Demonstrate the ability to deliver the services required in a flexible manner, as to cause minimum disruption to pupils, staff and the day-to-day operations of the school. h. Adhere to all legal and statutory regulations and guidance to ensure compliance and ensure the delivery of services is at the desired level to meet requirements. i. Establish effective management and operational level communication systems at all levels regarding the service with the Trust. j. Actively manage the resulting contract including contract review meetings, overall performance of the contract, and management of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) and Service Level Agreement (SLA). k. Hold records of all relevant activity, retained for a minimum of 5 years. l. Be responsible for all legal, and health and safety requirements in delivering the services. Schools in Lot 1: Ashill Community Primary School Buckland St Mary Church of England Primary School Castle Cary Community Primary School Hatch Beauchamp Church of England Primary School Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Stockland Church of England Primary Academy The Hayloft Winsham Primary School

Options

Description
To add additional schools that join the Trust

Renewal

Description
Option of 2 further 1 year extensions (3+1+1)

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
60
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
40

Contract period

Duration In Days
1,080

Submission terms

Variant Policy
notAllowed

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Delivery Location

Description
Devon Schools

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKK43
Entry 2
Region
UKK43
Entry 3
Region
UKK43

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
31625100
Scheme
CPV
Description
Fire-detection systems
Entry 2
Id
31625200
Scheme
CPV
Description
Fire-alarm systems
Entry 3
Id
35100000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Emergency and security equipment
Entry 4
Id
35121000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Security equipment
Entry 5
Id
35125300
Scheme
CPV
Description
Security cameras
Item 2
Id
3
Related Lot
3

Delivery Location

Description
All Schools

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKK43
Entry 2
Region
UKK43
Entry 3
Region
UKK

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
31625100
Scheme
CPV
Description
Fire-detection systems
Entry 2
Id
31625200
Scheme
CPV
Description
Fire-alarm systems
Entry 3
Id
35100000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Emergency and security equipment
Entry 4
Id
35121000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Security equipment
Entry 5
Id
35125300
Scheme
CPV
Description
Security cameras
Item 3
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Delivery Location

Description
Somerset Schools

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKK43
Entry 2
Region
UKK43
Entry 3
Region
UKK23

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
31625100
Scheme
CPV
Description
Fire-detection systems
Entry 2
Id
31625200
Scheme
CPV
Description
Fire-alarm systems
Entry 3
Id
35100000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Emergency and security equipment
Entry 4
Id
35121000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Security equipment
Entry 5
Id
35125300
Scheme
CPV
Description
Security cameras

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
economic1
Document Type
economicSelectionCriteria
Entry 2
Id
technical1
Document Type
technicalSelectionCriteria

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Id
GB-FTS-139074
Name
Academies for Character & Excellence

Roles

buyer
centralPurchasingBody
mediationBody
reviewContactPoint

Address

Region
UK
Locality
Totnes
Postal Code
TQ9 5TZ
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
Pathfields

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Id
BODY_PUBLIC
Scheme
TED_CA_TYPE
Description
Body governed by public law
Entry 2
Id
09
Scheme
COFOG
Description
Education

Identifier

Legal Name
Academies for Character & Excellence

Contact

Name
Sam Ward

Additional Contact Points

Entry 1
Organisation 2
Id
GB-FTS-103
Name
Public Procurement Review Service

Roles

reviewBody

Address

Locality
London
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
Cabinet Office

Details

Identifier

Legal Name
Public Procurement Review Service

Contact

Telephone
+44 3450103503
Organisation 3
Id
GB-FTS-158944
Name
Academies for Character & Excellence: ACE (Secondary Acct: PHP Law)

Roles

buyer
centralPurchasingBody

Address

Region
UKK4
Locality
Totnes
Postal Code
TQ9 5TZ
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
Pathfields

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Id
BODY_PUBLIC
Scheme
TED_CA_TYPE
Description
Body governed by public law
Entry 2
Id
09
Scheme
COFOG
Description
Education

Identifier

Legal Name
Academies for Character & Excellence: ACE (Secondary Acct: PHP Law)

Contact

Name
Sam Ward
Telephone
+44 7599520336
Organisation 4
Id
GB-FTS-160744
Name
Severnside Security Ltd

Roles

supplier

Address

Region
UK
Locality
Gloucester
Postal Code
GL4 3GG
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
1 Ambrose House, Meteor Court

Details

Scale
sme

Identifier

Legal Name
Severnside Security Ltd

Contact

Telephone
+44 7780293085
Organisation 5
Id
GB-FTS-158946
Name
Academies for Excellence & Character Multi Academy Trust School Catering Services Provision

Roles

mediationBody
reviewContactPoint

Address

Locality
South Devon
Postal Code
TQ9 5TZ
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
Pathfields, Totnes,

Details

Identifier

Legal Name
Academies for Excellence & Character Multi Academy Trust School Catering Services Provision

Contact

Award information

Award 1
Id
056306-2025-1
Title
Devon & Torbay
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
unsuccessful

Related lots

2
Award 2
Id
056306-2025-2
Title
Somerset
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
unsuccessful

Related lots

1
Award 3
Id
056306-2025-3
Title
All Schools
Status
active

Suppliers

Supplier 1
Id
GB-FTS-160744
Name
Severnside Security Ltd

Related lots

3

Contracts and changes

Entry 1
Id
056306-2025-3
Title
All Schools
Status
active
Award ID
056306-2025-3
Date Signed
1 Sept 2025, 00:00

Value

Amount
400,000
Currency
GBP

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Totnes · UKK4 · TQ9 5TZ · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKK
  • Delivery location · UKK23
  • Delivery location · UKK43

Notice and amendment history

1 published notice version reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

1 VERSION
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