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TD2285 - Event Security Services

DERBY CITY COUNCIL

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22 May 2026 at 14:18

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12 Jan 2026 at 12:18

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Summary of the contracting process

Derby City Council is conducting a procurement process for the provision of Event Security Services, under the title TD2285, in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The procurement is being carried out using the Open procedure, as stipulated by the Procurement Act 2023 and the Procurement Regulations 2024. The contract, valued at £1,075,000, has an initial duration of three years beginning on 1st April 2026, with potential extensions up to five years depending on performance and requirements. Key dates to note include a deadline for expressing interest by 15:00 on 10th February 2026, a deadline for clarification questions by 17:00 on 3rd February 2026, and the submission of bids by 12:00 on 11th February 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in public security services. Given the service nature of the contract and the substantial value on offer, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, especially those capable of delivering robust security solutions for public and private events. The open procurement method amplifies the opportunity for competitive bidding, making it a lucrative prospect for companies looking to expand their footprint in the security services industry within the public sector. Businesses should prepare to align with Derby City Council's requirements and demonstrate their capacity to meet the stringent security demands of event management throughout the contract duration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TD2285 - Event Security Services

Notice Description

Derby City Council (the Council) is undertaking this procurement to establish a contract for Event Security Services. The procurement process adopted by the Council is based on the 'Open' tendering procedure as detailed in the Procurement Act 2023 (the "Act") and the Procurement Regulations 2024 (the "Regulations".) The initial contract period is 3 years ; the contract is estimated to commence 01st April 2026 and will expire 31st March 2029. There will be an option to extend the contract for 2 years in annual increments, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum contract period is 5 years Please note suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation must do so by 15:00 on Tuesday 10th February 2026. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a bid. The deadline to submit clarification questions is 17:00 Tuesday 3rd February 2026. The deadline for returns is 12:00 on Wednesday 11th February 2026. Documents are available at www.eastmidstenders.org (https://www.eastmidstenders.org) Please search for TD2285 or DN802327. Please note: we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system. Additional information: Please note suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation must do so by 15:00 on Tuesday 10th February 2026. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a bid. The deadline to submit clarification questions is 17:00 Tuesday 3rd February 2026. The deadline for returns is 12:00 on Wednesday 11th February 2026. Documents are available at www.eastmidstenders.org (https://www.eastmidstenders.org) Please search for TD2285 or DN802327. Please note: we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-523d7ae2-0c05-4e82-931c-d52c2571aedb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cef0cee7-ba45-4ec6-be4e-2cdf61ff13c2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

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

CPV Codes

75241000 - Public security services

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,075,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,075,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 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
DERBY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 2FS
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHOWSEC INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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