Tender

Provision of Security Services to the University of Birmingham

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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21 Jun 2023 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham is seeking to procure Security Services through an open procedure. The tender, titled "Provision of Security Services to the University of Birmingham," falls under the main procurement category of services in the security services industry. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender period ending on 21st July 2023 and a contract period starting from 1st September 2023 until 31st August 2025. The delivery addresses for this contract are located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender opportunity for Security Services from the University of Birmingham is suited for businesses interested in providing temporary security officers. Companies offering security-related services with experience in areas such as guarding, access control, crowd control, event management, and customer service would be well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can participate in this procurement, presenting them with a growth opportunity to secure a long-term contract with the University.

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Notice Title

Provision of Security Services to the University of Birmingham

Notice Description

To provide Security Services on behalf of the University of Birmingham The University of Birmingham invites tenders for the supply of Temporary Security Officers. Tenderers will be required to supplement and/or increase the University's in-house security team where it is not possible for the in-house team to cover/support. Duties may include operational tasks such as guarding of key or vulnerable areas, access control, crowd control or patrolling a section of the campus, and additionally event management. Radio communication with the control room is a key requirement with the ability to use a radio according to standard radio protocols, to act on information received and to pass accurate information to the Control Room as well as the ability of recording information accurately in written format. Security Staff will be required to dress smartly and wear PPE including approved high visibility clothing commensurate with security duties. Also, Security Staff will be required to have excellent customer service and communication skills and be able to deal with conflict effectively during situations where tension may be evident. Subject to the provisions of the Framework Agreement, the University will place an Agreement for a period of two (2) years with the option to extend for a further two (2) years up to a maximum of four (4) years, subject to annual reviews and performance monitoring of the service provided. Additional information: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5e314f4-e7f1-463a-96a9-b7ffc33c22fe
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

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


CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2025 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDGBASTON
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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