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Fire Safety Products and Associated Services

Kent County Council trading as Procurement Services · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 6 Oct 2026, 14:41.

Opportunity overview

The Framework Agreement will cover, but not be limited to, the following Goods/Services: •Active Fire Protection: Fire Alarm and detection systems, Suppression Systems (including sprinklers), Emergency Lighting. Monitoring and servicing. •Fire Risk Assessment & Consultancy, training. •Passive Fire Protection: Fire stopping, Fire door inspection, Passive Fire upgrades/remediation works. •The Supply, Installation and Maintenance of Fire Safety Products including Fire Extinguishers. •Wildfire/ Outdoor Suppression Equipment For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-West-Malling:-Fire-extinguisher-powder./H778QWF582 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/H778QWF582

Classification

  • CPV24951210 — Fire-extinguisher powder
  • CPV24951220 — Fire-extinguisher agents
  • CPV24951230 — Fire-extinguisher charges
  • CPV31625000 — Burglar and fire alarms
  • CPV31625100 — Fire-detection systems
  • CPV31625200 — Fire-alarm systems
  • CPV35110000 — Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment
  • CPV35111000 — Firefighting equipment
  • CPV35111100 — Breathing apparatus for firefighting
  • CPV35111200 — Firefighting materials
  • CPV35111300 — Fire extinguishers
  • CPV35111320 — Portable fire-extinguishers
  • CPV35111400 — Fire escape equipment
  • CPV35111500 — Fire suppression system
  • CPV35111510 — Fire suppression hand tools
  • CPV35111520 — Fire suppression foam or similar compounds
  • CPV35113400 — Protective and safety clothing
  • CPV39525400 — Fire blankets
  • CPV44221220 — Fire doors
  • CPV44480000 — Miscellaneous fire-protection equipment
  • CPV44481100 — Fire ladders
  • CPV44482000 — Fire-protection devices
  • CPV45233292 — Installation of safety equipment
  • CPV45312100 — Fire-alarm system installation work
  • CPV45343000 — Fire-prevention installation works
  • CPV45343100 — Fireproofing work
  • CPV45343200 — Firefighting equipment installation work
  • CPV45343210 — CO2 fire-extinguishing equipment installation work
  • CPV45343220 — Fire-extinguishers installation work
  • CPV50413200 — Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment
  • CPV51700000 — Installation services of fire protection equipment
  • CPV60442000 — Aerial forest-firefighting services
  • CPV71313410 — Risk or hazard assessment for construction
  • CPV71315410 — Inspection of ventilation system
  • CPV71317100 — Fire and explosion protection and control consultancy services
  • CPV72225000 — System quality assurance assessment and review services
  • CPV75251110 — Fire-prevention services
  • CPV75251120 — Forest-firefighting services
  • CPV90711100 — Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction

Lots

  • The Supply of Fire Safety Products£30m
  • Active Fire Protection£48m
  • Passive Fire Protection£27m
  • Fire Risk Assessment and Consultancy£15m

Documents and notices

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
Y26024
Status
active
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Main Procurement Category
services
Above Threshold
Yes

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Participation Fees

Entry 1
Id
ocds-h6vhtk-06657a

Type

win

Relative Value

Proportion
0.01
Monetary Value
award

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Framework Agreement

Method
withAndWithoutReopeningCompetition
Type
open
Buyer Categories
This Framework may be used by contracting authorities and other eligible customers located in the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies existing on 06/10/2026. Eligible customers include central government departments, executive agencies, non-departmental public bodies, assembly-sponsored public bodies, local authorities, emergency services (including police, fire, ambulance, maritime and coastguard services), NHS and healthcare organisations, educational establishments (including schools, academies, colleges and universities), housing associations and registered social landlords, national parks, hospices, charities, voluntary and community sector organisations, citizens advice bodies, and any other public sector body permitted to access the Framework in accordance with applicable procurement legislation.
Description
Call-Off Contracts may be awarded using any one of the following methods outlined below. 1.Direct Award (Award Without Competitive Selection) 2.Rapid Request for Quote (Rapid RFQ) 3.Further Competition The ultimate responsibility for selecting the most appropriate and compliant route for a specific requirement rests with the Customer. The onus will be on the Customer to carry out their own due diligence before selecting which method to use. The Customer will determine the requirement, specification and award, based on the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) Direct Award (award without a competitive selection): This Framework permits Direct Award, defined under the Procurement Act 2023 as awarding a Call-Off Contract without conducting a new competitive selection procedure. A Direct Award may only be used where the Customer can identify the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) using only the information and scores submitted at Framework award, without requesting any new pricing, clarification, or qualitative information from Suppliers. Permitted Direct Award Methods Customers may use any of the following objective, pre-published Direct Award methods. The Customer must choose one method before reviewing Supplier capability for their requirement. 1. Overall Framework Ranking (Quality + Price Combined Score) 2. Highest Total Quality Score 3. Lowest Overall Price/Highest Commercial Advantage 4. Highest Score in a Specific Evaluation Question 5. Partial-Service Selection (Specific Services from the Pricing Schedule) Rapid RFQ A Rapid RFQ is a streamlined competitive process appropriate for low-complexity or tightly defined requirements where essential criteria can be specified as Pass/Fail, and price acts as the ultimate determinant among compliant Suppliers. Further Competition A Further Competition process is used where Customers carry out a competition for the award of a Call-Off Contract.

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
notAllowed

Languages

en

Tender Period

Ends
5 Nov 2026, 17:00

Enquiry period

Ends
22 Oct 2026, 17:00

Expected award period

Ends
11 Jan 2027, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
The Supply of Fire Safety Products
Description
This Lot is for the supply, installation, maintenance and testing of fire safety equipment, this would include the following but is not limited to: •Evacuation chairs •Extinguisher stands •Fire blankets •Fire buckets •Fire compliant storage solutions for E-scooters/ E-bikes •Fire doors and shutters •Fire extinguishers; water, powder, gas, foam and wet chemical •Fire fighting foam equipment and nozzles •Fire hoses •Fire marshal kits •Fire safety log books •Fire signs
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
36,000,000
Amount
30,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
60
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
22 Jan 2027, 00:00
Ends
21 Jan 2031, 23:59
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Active Fire Protection
Description
To reflect the differing technical requirements and specialist nature of certain Services, Lot 2 has been divided into the following Sub-Lots: Sub-Lot 2a – Active Fire Protection Systems and Suppression Solutions This Sub-Lot covers the provision of core active fire detection and suppression systems and associated services, primarily within internal or built environments. The scope includes the design, supply, installation, commissioning, inspection, testing, servicing, maintenance, repair, and replacement of systems intended to detect, control, or suppress fire. To include, but not limited to: •Fire detection and alarm systems (including addressable and conventional systems) •Emergency lighting systems •Fixed sprinkler systems •Fixed fire suppression systems (including gas, foam, and water mist systems) •Control panels, detection devices, and associated system components In addition, this Sub-Lot includes the provision of: •Portable and temporary fire suppression systems, including portable sprinkler systems for internal use, where required to: omaintain fire protection during system outages or refurbishment works; oprovide interim compliance solutions; osupport rapid deployment in response to elevated fire risk Sub-Lot 2b – Wildfire/ Outdoor Fire Suppression This Sub-Lot is for the supply of specialist wildfire equipment, including the following but not limited to: •Backpack pumps •Fire beater •Fire hoses and nozzles •Fire sand •Floating pumps •Hose reels and couplings, adaptors and fittings •Portable fire pumps and accessories •Wildfire shovels and rakes
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
57,600,000
Amount
48,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
60
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
22 Jan 2027, 00:00
Ends
21 Jan 2031, 23:59
Entry 3
Id
3
Title
Passive Fire Protection
Description
This Lot covers the survey, design (where applicable), supply, installation, inspection, maintenance, testing, certification, and remediation of passive fire protection systems. Suppliers must deliver compliant solutions in line with legislation, tested systems, and manufacturer requirements, supporting both new and existing building fabric. Includes: •Compartmentation & Fire Stopping: fire stopping, cavity barriers, sealing systems, and compartmentation surveys/remediation •Fire Doors & Openings: installation, inspection, maintenance, and replacement of fire doors, doorsets, ironmongery, and fire rated glazing •Structural Protection: intumescent coatings, fireproofing boards, and protection of structural elements •Materials & Compliance: installation of certified fire rated materials in accordance with tested systems and third party accreditation •Inspection & Certification: surveys, reporting, compliance certification, and digital record keeping •Associated Works: remedial works and integration with building fabric to support fire safety compliance
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
32,400,000
Amount
27,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
60
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
22 Jan 2027, 00:00
Ends
21 Jan 2031, 23:59
Entry 4
Id
4
Title
Fire Risk Assessment and Consultancy
Description
This Lot covers the provision of independent fire safety consultancy services, including risk assessment, advisory, inspection, auditing, and training. Suppliers must deliver competent, compliant, and auditable services in line with relevant legislation and recognised methodologies, supporting both standalone assessments and ongoing compliance management. Includes: •Fire Risk Assessments: Type 1–4 FRAs in accordance with PAS 79 (or equivalent), including reporting and action plans •Inspection & Surveys: fire door inspections, compartmentation surveys, and compliance audits •Fire Strategy & Advisory: fire strategies, design review, and regulatory compliance advice (e.g. Building Safety Act) •Training: fire awareness, fire marshal, and client specific safety training •Compliance & Reporting: detailed reports, prioritised action plans, and audit trails •Independent Assurance: separation from installation/remedial works to avoid conflicts of interest
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
18,000,000
Amount
15,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
60
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
22 Jan 2027, 00:00
Ends
21 Jan 2031, 23:59

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
24951210
Description
Fire-extinguisher powder
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
24951220
Description
Fire-extinguisher agents
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
24951230
Description
Fire-extinguisher charges
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
31625000
Description
Burglar and fire alarms
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
31625100
Description
Fire-detection systems
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
31625200
Description
Fire-alarm systems
Entry 7
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111000
Description
Firefighting equipment
Entry 8
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111100
Description
Breathing apparatus for firefighting
Entry 9
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111200
Description
Firefighting materials
Entry 10
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111300
Description
Fire extinguishers
Entry 11
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111320
Description
Portable fire-extinguishers
Entry 12
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111400
Description
Fire escape equipment
Entry 13
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111500
Description
Fire suppression system
Entry 14
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111510
Description
Fire suppression hand tools
Entry 15
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111520
Description
Fire suppression foam or similar compounds
Entry 16
Scheme
CPV
Id
35113400
Description
Protective and safety clothing
Entry 17
Scheme
CPV
Id
39525400
Description
Fire blankets
Entry 18
Scheme
CPV
Id
44221220
Description
Fire doors
Entry 19
Scheme
CPV
Id
44480000
Description
Miscellaneous fire-protection equipment
Entry 20
Scheme
CPV
Id
44481100
Description
Fire ladders
Entry 21
Scheme
CPV
Id
44482000
Description
Fire-protection devices
Entry 22
Scheme
CPV
Id
45233292
Description
Installation of safety equipment
Entry 23
Scheme
CPV
Id
45312100
Description
Fire-alarm system installation work
Entry 24
Scheme
CPV
Id
45343000
Description
Fire-prevention installation works
Entry 25
Scheme
CPV
Id
45343100
Description
Fireproofing work
Entry 26
Scheme
CPV
Id
45343200
Description
Firefighting equipment installation work
Entry 27
Scheme
CPV
Id
45343210
Description
CO2 fire-extinguishing equipment installation work
Entry 28
Scheme
CPV
Id
45343220
Description
Fire-extinguishers installation work
Entry 29
Scheme
CPV
Id
50413200
Description
Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment
Entry 30
Scheme
CPV
Id
51700000
Description
Installation services of fire protection equipment
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
24951220
Description
Fire-extinguisher agents
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
24951230
Description
Fire-extinguisher charges
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
31625100
Description
Fire-detection systems
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
35110000
Description
Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111000
Description
Firefighting equipment
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111100
Description
Breathing apparatus for firefighting
Entry 7
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111200
Description
Firefighting materials
Entry 8
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111510
Description
Fire suppression hand tools
Entry 9
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111520
Description
Fire suppression foam or similar compounds
Entry 10
Scheme
CPV
Id
39525400
Description
Fire blankets
Entry 11
Scheme
CPV
Id
44480000
Description
Miscellaneous fire-protection equipment
Entry 12
Scheme
CPV
Id
50413200
Description
Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment
Entry 13
Scheme
CPV
Id
51700000
Description
Installation services of fire protection equipment
Entry 14
Scheme
CPV
Id
60442000
Description
Aerial forest-firefighting services
Entry 15
Scheme
CPV
Id
71317100
Description
Fire and explosion protection and control consultancy services
Entry 16
Scheme
CPV
Id
75251120
Description
Forest-firefighting services
Item 3
Id
3
Related Lot
3

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
24951210
Description
Fire-extinguisher powder
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
24951220
Description
Fire-extinguisher agents
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
24951230
Description
Fire-extinguisher charges
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
31625100
Description
Fire-detection systems
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
31625200
Description
Fire-alarm systems
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111000
Description
Firefighting equipment
Entry 7
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111300
Description
Fire extinguishers
Entry 8
Scheme
CPV
Id
35111500
Description
Fire suppression system
Entry 9
Scheme
CPV
Id
39525400
Description
Fire blankets
Entry 10
Scheme
CPV
Id
44221220
Description
Fire doors
Entry 11
Scheme
CPV
Id
44480000
Description
Miscellaneous fire-protection equipment
Entry 12
Scheme
CPV
Id
45312100
Description
Fire-alarm system installation work
Entry 13
Scheme
CPV
Id
45343000
Description
Fire-prevention installation works
Entry 14
Scheme
CPV
Id
45343100
Description
Fireproofing work
Entry 15
Scheme
CPV
Id
45343200
Description
Firefighting equipment installation work
Entry 16
Scheme
CPV
Id
45343210
Description
CO2 fire-extinguishing equipment installation work
Entry 17
Scheme
CPV
Id
45343220
Description
Fire-extinguishers installation work
Entry 18
Scheme
CPV
Id
51700000
Description
Installation services of fire protection equipment
Entry 19
Scheme
CPV
Id
75251110
Description
Fire-prevention services
Item 4
Id
4
Related Lot
4

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
71313410
Description
Risk or hazard assessment for construction
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
71315410
Description
Inspection of ventilation system
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
72225000
Description
System quality assurance assessment and review services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
75251110
Description
Fire-prevention services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
90711100
Description
Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 2
Id
094259-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
6 Oct 2026, 13:17
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
Kent County Council trading as Procurement Services
Id
GB-PPON-PYCX-4938-CCHM

Identifier

Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PYCX-4938-CCHM

Address

Street Address
1 Abbey Wood Road
Locality
West Malling
Postal Code
ME19 4YT
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKJ46

Contact

Name
Alison Ponter

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment
Description
Public authority - sub-central government

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · West Malling · UKJ46 · ME19 4YT · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

2 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

2 VERSIONS
  1. 020939-2026Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 094259-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·

PROCURAAXIS ANALYSIS

ProcuraAxis Analysis

Our approved analysis of the opportunity appears below the official tender information.

ANALYSIS PREVIEW

Opportunity intelligence at a glance

Open procedure for a fire safety products and services framework covering supply, installation, maintenance, testing, consultancy and training across four lots.

Who this may suit

Suitable for suppliers of fire safety equipment, active fire systems, passive fire protection, fire-risk consultancy and wildfire suppression equipment.

Key points identified

  • Compliant deliverySolutions must comply with legislation, tested systems and manufacturer requirements.Evidence: Lot 3: "Suppliers must deliver compliant solutions in line with legislation, tested systems, and manufacturer requirements".
  • Passive fire protection recordsProvide surveys, reporting, compliance certification and digital record keeping.Evidence: Lot 3: "Inspection & Certification: surveys, reporting, compliance certification, and digital record keeping".
  • Fire risk assessment methodologyType 1–4 fire risk assessments in accordance with PAS 79 or equivalent, including reports and action plans.Evidence: Lot 4: "Fire Risk Assessments: Type 1–4 FRAs in accordance with PAS 79 (or equivalent), including reporting and action plans".
94% approved-analysis confidence6 supplier criteria identified3 risks or unknowns

SOURCE AND FRESHNESS

Traceable procurement data

Source
Find a Tender
Notice reference
094259-2026
OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-06657a
First published
9 Mar 2026
Last checked
6 Oct 2026, 14:41
Notice versions reviewed
2
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HOW THIS WAS PREPARED

Approved, evidence-bound analysis

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Analysis status
Approved for publication
Analysed
6 Oct 2026
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