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Tender for the Provision of Security Services - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton is procuring a contract for the provision of security services, which aims to enhance their existing internal capabilities with additional resources and specialist support. This procurement falls within the services category, specifically focusing on guard and patrol services. The contract will run from 4th September 2017 to 3rd September 2020, with an option to extend for an additional two years, contingent on satisfactory performance. The procurement method is selective, employing a restricted procedure with a contract value of £6 million. The tender period concluded on 19th April 2017, and this award notice was published on 13th September 2017.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in security services, especially those with a firm understanding of the higher education sector. Companies that can demonstrate their capability to work collaboratively and offer innovative security solutions are particularly well-suited to compete. Furthermore, businesses that excel in providing high-quality customer service and can manage diverse security needs, including incident management and emergency response, will find this tender aligns well with their offerings. The emphasis on transparency in pricing could benefit suppliers willing to showcase their cost-effective solutions throughout the contract term.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender for the Provision of Security Services - AWARD

Notice Description

The University's Security Service operates 24 hours 365 day a year available to assist students, staff and visitors on any security related issue. The purpose of this contract is for the University to partner with a Contractor who will be able to supplement the existing internal capability with additional resources or specialist support in order to provide a professionally managed, high quality security and guarding service that complies with all legislation governing the security industry and enforcing the University's security policy. The University seeks a Contractor who can demonstrate a high level of understanding of the Higher Education sector and the unique requirements thereof. They must be capable of working as part of a joined up team, able to contribute to developing solutions that meet the University's requirements and be committed to collaborating on problem-solving should any issues arise. The aim of the University's Security Service is to: Prevent unauthorised access to University premises. Protect life and limb of all persons on the premises. Protect University property and all other property on University premises. Protect confidential and sensitive information. Maintain a level of security consistent with the academic freedom in an environment of learning. It will be role of the successful Contractor to support the University in meeting these aims and to commit to a culture of continuous improvement over the term of the contract. There should be a clear and comprehensive pricing mechanism to help identify cost savings over the term of the contract. Retaining this transparency will be absolutely critical to validating costs and charges (even to the extent of third party costs that are being passed on). The Service: The Contractor's duties shall include, but not be limited to: Internal and external patrolling (day and night), including static guarding and provision of a visual deterrent. Access control (day and night). Provide reception and concierge services Incident management and emergency response, including but not limited to fire alarms, evacuations and first aid. Supervise vehicles and parking regulations on premises as required. Operating security equipment, including CCTV, radios, and alarm systems. Customer service and responding to requests for assistance. Incident management, including the management of protest activity. Escorting and chaperoning VIPs and visitors. Participation in emergency evacuations and investigate the causes of alarm activations. Reporting and, where possible preventing, health and safety hazards and providing first aid assistance. The contract term will comprise of an initial period of 3 years with an option to extend by a further 2 years [3 + 2 years], subject to satisfactory performance. The procurement process will run in 2 stages: Stage 1 - Pre-Qualification stage: an overall pass ma...

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-098481a4-7487-4875-86c8-273fc297ff5f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/005a4f6b-0029-4994-b7a5-e56cca6edad4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

79713000 - Guard services

79715000 - Patrol services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Apr 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jul 20178 years ago
Contract Period
3 Sep 2017 - 3 Sep 2020 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON
Contact Name
Ann Caws
Contact Email
alc@soton.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 (0)23 8059 3661

Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SECURITAS SECURITY SERVICES (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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