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Outsourced Security Services at The University of Southampton

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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27 Apr 2022 at 11:56

Award Notice
Tender

15 Oct 2021 at 14:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton is seeking providers for its Outsourced Security Services through a selective tendering process. The contract, which encompasses services such as guarding and concierge duties across various university locations, is valued at £10,500,000, with a contract period starting on 3rd September 2022 and running until 2nd September 2029. The tender process is currently in the "Planning" stage, with key dates including the deadline for submissions on 24th November 2021 and invitations to the second stage scheduled for 7th January 2022. This procurement falls under the services industry, specifically within the security sector, and is centred in Southampton, UK.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those that can deliver quality concierge and guarding services with an emphasis on customer service. Companies with experience in managing large-scale security operations and those accredited by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) are particularly well-suited to compete. The procurement will be looking for a provider that can ensure the safety and security of university premises, making this an ideal opportunity for established security firms to expand their client base within the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Outsourced Security Services at The University of Southampton

Notice Description

The University Security Service is responsible for security at all sites which are owned by or leased by the University. However, the Service also extends to other sites and properties, which may, from time to time, be used by the University in pursuance of its activities. The teams who provide security in halls and the library are responsible for evening and weekend concierge services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University Security Service is responsible for security at all sites which are owned by or leased by the University. However, the Service also extends to other sites and properties, which may, from time to time, be used by the University in pursuance of its activities. The teams who provide security in halls and the library are responsible for evening and weekend concierge services. The aim of the University's overall Security Service is to: * Prevent unauthorised access to University premises. * Protect life and limb of all persons on the premises. * Protect University property and all other property on University premises. * Protect confidential and sensitive information. * Maintain an efficient security structure based on prevention of problems and attacks. * Maintain a level of security consistent with the academic freedom in an environment of learning. * To provide a first point of contact for students at reception points in line with the University's customer service expectations. * To provide an approachable, professional, and above all, customer-focused service at all times.

Renewal: This contract is subject to renewal upon expiry of the initial term and any possible extensions. Details surrounding the contract term can be found within File 2 of the tender documentation - Selection Stage Scope, Guidance and Instructions (section 2.6). The formal renewal process surrounding this contract will take place prior to the full contract term ending. At this point, a new service provider will be formally procured to resume contractual performance before the next scheduled iteration of this service requirement continues.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02ec70
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010807-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

79714000 - Surveillance services

79715000 - Patrol services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£10,500,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,500,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Apr 20224 years ago
Contract Period
3 Sep 2022 - 2 Sep 2029 Over 5 years
Recurrence
This is likely to be re-procured in 2029. This contract is subject to renewal upon expiry of the initial term and/or any possible extensions thereafter. Specific details surrounding the contract term can be found within File 2 - Selection Stage Scope, Guidance and Instructions (section 2.6) of the tender documentation.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

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
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Bidvest Noonan (UK) Ltd

Further Information

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