IMPACT MULTI ACADEMY TRUST has published a procurement opportunity for imat fire security tender with an estimated value of an undisclosed value. The submission deadline is the date stated in the official notice, giving eligible UK suppliers a limited window to prepare and submit bids through the official Find a Tender portal.

Published on 2026-04-09, this contract is open to suitably qualified suppliers across the United Kingdom. All businesses interested in bidding should review the full tender documentation and confirm they meet all eligibility requirements before the closing date.

Contract overview

Impact Multi Academy Trust is a multi-academy trust currently operating 8 schools across the London region serving approximately 8,000 students across its family of schools. The Trust is committed to delivering high standards of educational achievement alongside safe, compliant and well-managed school estates. The Trust is tendering its Fire and Security Servicing and Maintenance Contract with a proposed contract start date of 1st April 2026. The contract will be awarded for an initial term of three (3) years, ending on 31st March 2029, with a requirement for termly and annual reviews and a break clause to support both parties should the relationship not prosper. There will be an option to extend for a further two years (1+1), subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement on budgets and service levels. The Trust is seeking to appoint a single suitable qualified and experienced contractor to deliver all planned and reactive fire and security servicing and maintenance services across all Trust sites. The projected turnover for the three-year contract is expected to be circa £336,000. The Trust is running this procurement as a one-stage open procedure in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. To declare your interest in the tender and download contract documents (available free of charge), please register on www.in-tendhost.co.uk/cohesionconsulting/aspx/Home Once registered, please declare interest in the opportunity to access and download the full document set. Please note: a Site Survey / Bidders Conference will take place on 28th January 2026. Bidders will be required to provide DBS details and complete the Confidentiality Agreement by 27th January 2026 to attend. In short, the Trust needs to be convinced that bidders can deliver their commitments in full, achieve high standards and implement service enhancements as promised. If the Trust is not convinced of this, it reserves the right to consider an insourced solution or make no award.

IMPACT MULTI ACADEMY TRUST is the contracting authority. The estimated value is an undisclosed value and the deadline is the date stated in the official notice. Download the full specification from the official portal before preparing a bid.

Is your business eligible?

This contract is most relevant to training providers, educational organisations, e-learning companies. Suppliers typically need to demonstrate experience delivering similar contracts, appropriate financial standing, and hold Ofsted registration, relevant accreditations.

Under the Procurement Act 2023, IMPACT MULTI ACADEMY TRUST must actively consider SME participation. Check whether this contract has been structured into lots.

• Proven track record in education & training contracts of comparable scope
• Financial standing appropriate for a an undisclosed value contract
• Relevant certifications: Ofsted registration, relevant accreditations
• Capacity to mobilise within IMPACT MULTI ACADEMY TRUST’s required timeframe

How to submit a bid

• Step 1 — Access the notice: Visit Find a Tender at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032522-2026
• Step 2 — Register free: Create or log in to your supplier account
• Step 3 — Download documents: Read the full ITT before preparing your response
• Step 4 — Raise clarifications: Submit questions early — Q&A typically closes 1–2 weeks before the deadline
• Step 5 — Submit before the date stated in the official notice: Late submissions are not accepted

What the buyer will evaluate

IMPACT MULTI ACADEMY TRUST will assess all compliant bids against published criteria. Buyers typically apply a 60% quality and 40% price weighting. Under the Procurement Act 2023, social value is a mandatory evaluation criterion.

Writing a winning bid

• Lead with an executive summary addressing IMPACT MULTI ACADEMY TRUST’s objectives directly
• Provide two or more case studies with measurable outcomes from comparable contracts
• Include specific, costed social value commitments
• Price to win but ensure your margin covers full delivery

Frequently asked questions

Can SMEs bid for this contract?

Yes. The Procurement Act 2023 requires IMPACT MULTI ACADEMY TRUST to consider SME suitability and remove unnecessary barriers.

Is registration on the portal free?

Yes. Registering as a supplier on Find a Tender is completely free.

Where are the full tender documents?

All documents are on the official Find a Tender listing at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032522-2026.

This article is for informational purposes only. Always verify all details on the official procurement portal before submitting a bid. Kael Tripton is not affiliated with or endorsed by IMPACT MULTI ACADEMY TRUST or the UK government.