Tender

CA17988 - Provision of Security Systems Services

BEDFORD COLLEGE

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Tender

05 Jun 2026 at 16:21

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bedford College is inviting tenders for the provision of security systems services across its campuses in Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, and Northamptonshire. The procurement falls under the 'Test and evaluation of security equipment' industry category, with the process currently in the Tender stage. The contract is structured to be a single-provider service, with the possibility of renewal over four years. The initial contract period is from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2027, with an anticipated total value of £200,000. The tender is open until 1st July 2026, and the method of procurement is the open procedure.

This tender provides business growth opportunities for companies specialising in security systems services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly recognised as suitable candidates for this project. With a substantial contract value and a potential maximum duration of four years, this opportunity is ideal for service providers capable of delivering high-quality, reliable security solutions that meet the needs of multiple campuses. Businesses can expand their portfolio and establish long-term partnerships with a recognised educational institution by securing this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA17988 - Provision of Security Systems Services

Notice Description

Bedford College is seeking an efficient and high-quality security systems service across campuses in the Bedford, Central Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire regions. Information in respect of the buildings to be covered at each campus and required regularity is included within the tender pack. The security systems company must show best value; and deliver a consistently high level of service. A single provider is required to serve all campuses. The contract is offered on a 1 year plus 1 year plus 1 year plus 1 year basis - up to a maximum of four years. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17988. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17988 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce94cdb2-eb96-478f-bda2-b23b3a72788e
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73431000 - Test and evaluation of security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BEDFORD COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK42 9AH
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Cauldwell
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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