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Procurement of Counter Terror Patrols and Depot Security

NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED

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11 Apr 2022 at 15:22

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Summary of the contracting process

Northern Trains Limited is seeking to maintain the security of its train maintenance depots and two key stations through the procurement of Counter Terror Patrols and Depot Security services. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically classified as security services (CPV code: 79710000). The contract, which has an active status and is valued at £1,104,986, was signed on 1st April 2022. The procurement method used was a negotiated procedure without prior publication of a contract notice, due to the ongoing need for a staffed security service. This extension of the existing contract is valid until 31st March 2023, following a previous competitive tender that did not yield a suitable supplier due to changing requirements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those with experience in railway environments and counter-terrorism operations. Companies capable of providing trained security personnel and demonstrating a strong understanding of the railway sector will find this an advantageous market entry. As the current contract extension approaches its end, new suppliers can position themselves for future competitive tenders concerning similar security needs across the Northern Train network, especially given the importance of maintaining safety in public transport systems.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of Counter Terror Patrols and Depot Security

Notice Description

Northern trains has an obligation to maintain the security of key facilities and undertake counter-terrorism patrols at certain stations. The services provide trained security at train maintenance depots and undertake patrols at 2 mainline stations for counter-terrorism

Lot Information

Lot 1

Northern trains has an obligation to maintain the security of key facilities and undertake counter-terrorism patrols at certain stations. The services provide trained security at train maintenance depots and undertake patrols at 2 mainline stations for counter-terrorism

Procurement Information

Northern Trains has an ongoing need to provide a staffed security service at its main train maintenance facilities. In addition it has an obligation to provide trained staff at 2 stations (Manchester Victoria and Manchester Oxford Road) to undertake counter-terror patrols. The contract for these services was originally awarded following a competition in 2017 and Northern is now extending this agreement until 31st March 2023. The extension of contracts is allowed where the contract is not materially different in character from the one initially concluded and this extension is for a period of 1 year. A change of contractor at this time would cause significant inconvenience and an increase in costs for Northern. The Service was subject to a recent competitive tender which resulted in a failed procurement due to a significant change in requirement not foreseen at the start of the process. Service provision beyond the end of this contract extension will be subject to competition.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-032c54
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009655-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated without publication of a contract notice
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,104,986 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

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

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED
Contact Name
Robin Horsman
Contact Email
robin.horsman@northernrailway.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7827937566

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6HZ
Post Town
York
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARLISLE SECURITY SERVICES

Further Information

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