Thames Barrier Security and Surveillance Services25-30

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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16 Jun 2026 at 09:13

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process concerning the "Thames Barrier Security and Surveillance Services25-30" has been awarded by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs. This procurement falls under the "Surveillance and security systems and devices" category, referencing CPV code 35120000, and is located in London, UK. The procurement was carried out via a single tender action, a direct method below the threshold. The contract spans from 1 August 2025 to 31 July 2030, with BT PLC awarded as the supplier on 31 July 2025. Although the procurement stage is labelled as complete, the details provide key insights for potential opportunities in similar future procurements.

This contract presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specializing in security and surveillance services. While this specific tender did not focus on small or voluntary community sector enterprises, companies with substantial capabilities and experience in large-scale security services may find future openings in this domain lucrative. Enterprises aiming to engage with the public sector can gain substantial exposure and develop strategic partnerships, given the long-term nature and high-profile client involved in this project. Exploring similar tenders could provide a pathway for qualifying companies to expand their service portfolios and market reach.

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Notice Title

Thames Barrier Security and Surveillance Services25-30

Notice Description

Thames Barrier Security and Surveillance 25-30

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7b92aad2-7002-4af0-bb11-533fee25efa7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daf80754-885f-43a7-a9f1-4b625e8d3c62
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£141,305 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£141,305 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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 3JR
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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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