Tender

Lone Worker Protection Services re-procurement

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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Tender

05 Aug 2024 at 14:28

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has announced the re-procurement of Lone Worker Protection Services. This initiative is supported by entities like the Environment Agency, Natural England, Animal and Plant Health Agency, and Rural Payments Agency. The contract, which falls under the health and safety services category, aims to provide comprehensive protection solutions for lone workers across various locations, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world. Currently in the tender stage, the procurement process follows an open procedure with the tender period ending on 16th September 2024. The contract is scheduled to start on 29th November 2024 and will run until 29th November 2027.

This tender presents a substantial business opportunity for companies specialising in health and safety services, particularly those offering solutions involving real-time monitoring, smartphone apps, and alarm response services. Businesses that cater to the unique needs of employees working in isolated or hazardous conditions will find this procurement highly relevant. Additionally, the open procedure makes this an accessible opportunity for SMEs looking to expand their market presence. Potential suppliers should ensure they meet the stringent requirements set by DEFRA to enhance staff safety across diverse working environments.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lone Worker Protection Services re-procurement

Notice Description

This opportunity for the provision of a Lone Worker Protection Services is advertised by Defra group Commercial on behalf of Environment Agency, Natural England, Animal and Plant Health Agency and Rural Payments Agency. Whilst DEFRA, EA, APHA, NE and RPA are driving the core requirements for this project, it is possible that other agencies may wish to take advantage of the selected supply option and commercial arrangement in the future. The purpose of this procurement is to deliver a solution that will enable DEFRA organisations to meet responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act to ensure, as far as reasonably practicable, the health and safety of all employees requiring Lone Worker protection. Traditionally the term Lone Worker referred to staff members who work outside of agency premises, often in areas with little or no communication capabilities. This definition has matured to include any staff member who works in an environment that may expose them to risk, inside or outside of agency premises and whether working by themselves or in a team. Lone workers across the DEFRA group agencies undertake activities that can be unique, varied and carry varying degrees of risk, these can include: Working alone at DEFRA premises (inside or outside of core hours) Working in a hazardous environment Working in remote locations Enforcement activity carrying risk of confrontation or aggression Travelling abroad for assignments For staff working alone, in remote or hazardous environments and/or entering potentially hostile or abusive situations, it is important to have systems in place to ensure that an alarm can be raised if assistance is required. These systems include an appropriate framework of safer systems of work and health and safety procedures, supported by managed solutions involving a range of technologies and a dedicated alarm response service to facilitate management of emergency situations that Lone Workers may face. The selected solution will provide DEFRA group Lone Worker Protection that includes real time monitoring and recording, smartphone app capability and a range of devices that meet specific risk activity needs, along with the provision of a dedicated 24/7/365 alarm response service to facilitate management of emergency situations. It is imperative there is provision for lone workers operating outside of cell phone signal range. The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome Any questions, requests to participate or tender submissions must be submitted electronically via this portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1bc2176-7e77-4d9c-94bf-ade492be7123
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71317200 - Health and safety services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2027 3-4 years
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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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