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Homes England - BPSS Pre-employment Checks

HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)

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15 Oct 2024 at 11:13

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Summary of the contracting process

Homes England, operating under the name adopted by the Homes and Communities Agency, has completed its procurement process for the provision of BPSS pre-employment checks, a service essential for public sector security standards. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Software package and information systems" and includes additional business services such as law, marketing, consulting, and security. The contract, worth £180,000, was directly awarded to Giant Screening, an SME, through the CCS G-Cloud framework. The contract will span from 1st August 2024 to 1st August 2028, covering services across England.

This procurement provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in pre-employment and security checks, especially SMEs that can offer tailored and efficient solutions meeting government standards. A direct collaboration with Homes England allows businesses to establish a robust reputation in the public sector domain, paving the way for potential future contracts and long-term growth opportunities. The nature of the service, involving BPSS checks, is particularly suited for companies with expertise in recruitment and security services, enhancing their portfolio and customer base in the governmental and corporate sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Homes England - BPSS Pre-employment Checks

Notice Description

The HM Government Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) describes the pre-employment process for all public sector staff, contractors, and consultants. It must be fully completed before an individual is permitted access to (a) unescorted access to Homes England premises; (b) a Common Civil Service Pass; (c) official electronic equipment; (d) access to the corporate digital network, including through their own device via Microsoft Office 365; or (e) access to material classified OFFICIAL-SENSITIVE (other than what is required for their own recruitment). It is also the precursor to carrying out National Security Vetting (NSV) clearances. Homes England requires a supplier to deliver this service. Awarded via CCS Gcloud.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68e10a1e-0d17-4a52-a6de-d78cbd241030
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 1 Aug 2028 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)
Contact Name
Shaun Naylor
Contact Email
shaun.naylor@homesengland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3001234500

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE4 5BZ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Arthur's Hill
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GIANT SCREENING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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