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01 Nov 2017 at 16:40

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton has completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Security Services" under the selective procurement method, specifically through a restricted procedure above the threshold for contract value. This contract, valued at approximately £6,355,274, aimed to enhance the university's existing security capabilities. The contract period commenced on 4 September 2017 and concluded on 3 November 2017. The purchasing organisation is located at University Road, Highfield, Southampton, England, with the relevant post code SO17 1BJ.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the security services industry, particularly for those that can offer high-quality guarding services compliant with relevant legislation. Companies, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are encouraged to engage as they may find this contract aligns with their capabilities in delivering expertly managed security solutions. The successful supplier, Securitas Security Services (UK) Ltd, exemplifies the type of established large-scale provider that may compete, whilst smaller firms with specific expertise or niche offerings could also leverage this contract as a stepping stone for growth in the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Security Services

Notice Description

The University of Southampton Security Service operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year and is always 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-57f06dad-5876-455f-8ad8-9ee58acaa1da
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc9334bd-84c3-445e-9dd7-b076184b36d0
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79713000 - Guard services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,355,273 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jun 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jul 20179 years ago
Contract Period
4 Sep 2017 - 3 Nov 2017 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Southampton
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Postcode Area
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Securitas Security Services (UK) Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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