Tender

Security Services Contract (RFI Stage)

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory has issued a tender for a Security Services Contract at its Teddington site, categorised under "Security services" (CPV Code: 79710000). The contract requires a 24/7 manned guarding presence with a manned security control room and staffed reception. The procurement process is at the "tender" stage, with the tender period ending on 16th August 2024. The contract value is £5,500,000 GBP, and the contract period runs from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2028. The procedure being followed is an "Open procedure (above threshold)", ensuring transparency and competitiveness for interested parties.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for security firms, particularly SMEs, to expand their business by securing a long-term contract with a reputable institution. Businesses with fully SIA trained and licensed staff, capable of providing comprehensive security services, would be well-suited for this tender. The contract requires the security contractor to maintain communication devices, ensure staff wear formal corporate uniforms, and manage site access passes. Winning this contract could provide substantial business growth and an opportunity to establish a robust partnership with the National Physical Laboratory.

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Notice Title

Security Services Contract (RFI Stage)

Notice Description

The Teddington site requires a 24/7 manned guarding presence with a permanently manned security control room and staffed reception. The Security Contractor shall provide security services at the NPL Teddington site and shall ensure that: - the site is secured at all times. (And provide a response as required at other agreed and designated NPL sites) - all of the Security Contractor's Staff carrying out security services wear agreed formal corporate uniform at all times. - its staff are fully SIA trained and licenced in the safe and proper delivery of all security functions. (Hold the appropriate SIA licence for the tasks undertaken) - at all times ensure access is granted on request by NPL to any security control room(s) operated by the Security Contractor. (on the NPL site) - appropriate and compliant communications devices are in use, as approved by NPL. The Security Contractor shall supply and maintain all mobile communications equipment required for the delivery of the Services. - that all Security Contractor's Staff carry valid Site Access Passes as approved by NPL at all times whilst on site. Additional information: Please ensure that you register on Bravo Solutions to obtain the documents and submit your interest / intention to bid.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-29877e68-90d4-44b2-8e11-7905e82fbfeb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69d30a73-f4e7-48d6-a573-a02bc1b31111
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TEDDINGTON
Postcode
TW11 0LW
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Teddington
Westminster Constituency
Twickenham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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