Tender

DBS Services for Ofsted

OFSTED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

16 Mar 2022 at 11:36

Tender

11 Mar 2022 at 11:28

Summary of the contracting process

The OFSTED organisation is seeking a supplier for "DBS Services" through an open procurement process aimed at securing a robust and economical DBS checking service. This tender, valued at £1.5 million, is currently active with a submission deadline set for 11 April 2022 at 14:00 BST. The project will involve the completion, validation, and countersigning of individual DBS disclosure applications, with the selected supplier also required to support applicants throughout the process. The delivery addresses for service provision are mainly within the UKD region, specifically Manchester, where Ofsted is headquartered.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the legal, consulting, or recruitment industries, particularly those specialising in DBS checks and background verification services. Companies that can demonstrate experience in providing secure, accurate, and timely checking services while supporting applicants through the necessary processes would be particularly competitive. As Ofsted’s role is crucial in safeguarding children and vulnerable groups, participating in this tender aligns with socially responsible business practices that contribute to community safety and welfare.

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Notice Title

DBS Services for Ofsted

Notice Description

Ofsted seek a supplier to provide a robust and economical DBS checking service. This will include the accurate completion, validation and countersigning of each individual's DBS disclosure application. The supplier will also be required to support individuals through the process and provide Ofsted with necessary information regarding the progress and outcome of a DBS check.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Ofsted provides assurance that individuals and organisations are suitable to care for, or be in regular contact with, children and young people. Our role is important therefore in ensuring children and young people are safe and protected. To this end, it is essential that DBS checks are carried out to the required standard and that any information resulting from a DBS check is passed to Ofsted without delay. Ofsted seek a supplier to provide a robust and economical DBS checking service. This will include the accurate completion, validation and countersigning of each individual's DBS disclosure application. The supplier will also be required to support individuals through the process and provide Ofsted with necessary information regarding the progress and outcome of a DBS check. Payments will be made between the supplier and the applicant.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0320b8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007136-2022
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFSTED
Contact Name
Matthew Pitcher
Contact Email
matthew.pitcher@ofsted.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3000131157

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

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